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Retford to Canterbury West Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Canterbury West? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as QAR 141.10, with average prices for this route around QAR 206.98. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:50
Retford
09:18
Canterbury West
3h 28m, Changes requiredLNERSoutheastern
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05:50
Retford
09:34
Canterbury West
3h 44m, Changes requiredLNERSoutheastern
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06:51
Retford
10:22
Canterbury West
3h 31m, Changes requiredLNERSoutheastern
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06:51
Retford
10:34
Canterbury West
3h 43m, Changes requiredLNERSoutheastern
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07:41
Retford
11:18
Canterbury West
3h 37m, Changes requiredHull TrainsSoutheastern
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07:41
Retford
11:34
Paris
3h 53m, Changes requiredHull TrainsSoutheastern
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Retford to Canterbury West Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
23:04
Departure station
Departure station
Retford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Canterbury West
Journey time
Journey time
2h 53m
Distance
Distance
265 km
Price
Price
QAR 141.10*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, Northern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Canterbury West

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Retford to Canterbury West can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Canterbury West for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Retford to Canterbury West, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Canterbury West ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Retford to Canterbury West more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Canterbury West Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.