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Compare prices and tickets Retford to Grimsby by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Retford to Grimsby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Retford to Grimsby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 1h 4m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 18:34 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains, Northern Trains Limited from Retford to Grimsby trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Retford and Grimsby from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£19
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£94
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
4 a day
Hull Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£43
Hull Trains frequency
5 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Retford to Grimsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Retford to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A visit to Grimsby typically requires two to three days to explore its key attractions, including the Fishing Heritage Centre, the scenic docks, and nearby Cleethorpes Beach.
The train distance from Retford to Grimsby is 64 km.
Booking trains from Retford to Grimsby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Retford to Grimsby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £64.
The train journey from Retford to Grimsby covers a distance of 64 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Retford to Grimsby is by train, costing approximately £11.
The train station in Retford that goes to Grimsby is Retford station (RET), and it arrives at Grimsby Town (GMB).
The first train from Retford to Grimsby leaves at 4:09.
The last train from Retford to Grimsby departs at 18:34.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Retford to Grimsby.
Trains from Retford to Grimsby run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Retford to Grimsby.
There is no night train service from Retford to Grimsby.
Yes, there is a direct train between Retford and Grimsby. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
To travel from Retford to Grimsby, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Retford and Grimsby
Retford
Grimsby
The major train station for departures in Retford is Retford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Retford for your trip from Retford to Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: north end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Retford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Grimsby is Grimsby Town. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grimsby Town for your journey to Grimsby from Retford.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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