The cheapest and fastest trains from Hayes to Retford
Cheapest price
£163
Average price
£163
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hayes to Retford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hayes to Retford will cost around £163 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £163.
To travel from Hayes to Retford you need to make at least 2 changes.


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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hayes to Retford
Trains from Hayes to Retford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £164 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 05:50. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £164 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 05:50 |
Train companies: First Hull Trains, Southeastern from Hayes to Retford trainsFirst Hull Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Hayes and Retford from £164. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hayes to Retford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hayes to Retford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Retford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hayes and Retford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4&5
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4&5. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 3. The waiting room is open from first to last train.
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E and L outside station entrance(both directions) Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking is advisable.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 -21:30, Sun 08:30 - 21:30 Platform 2 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 - 22:00, Sun 08:30 - 22:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: north end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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