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Retford to Melton Mowbray Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Retford to Melton Mowbray? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £53.40, with average prices for this route around £53.40.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:20
8h 10m, Changes required
Retford
07:30
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Melton Mowbray
NorthernEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountry
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Retford to Melton Mowbray Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:56
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Retford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Melton Mowbray
Journey time
Journey time
2h 28m
Distance
Distance
62 km
Price
Price
£53.40*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Melton Mowbray

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 Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Retford to Melton Mowbray, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Melton Mowbray ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Retford to Melton Mowbray more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Melton Mowbray 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.