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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Retford station (RET) for Sheffield station (SHF) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:500h43Retford station (RET)11:33Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes- 11:500h43Retford station (RET)12:33Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 12:500h44Retford station (RET)13:34Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 13:500h44Retford station (RET)14:34Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 14:500h44Retford station (RET)15:34Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 18:530h38Retford station (RET)19:31Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 20:560h39Retford station (RET)21:35Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 15:490h42Retford station (RET)16:31Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 10:500h43Retford station (RET)11:33Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
- 11:500h43Retford station (RET)12:33Sheffield station (SHF)£71One-way0 changes
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 35 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF)
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Trains from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 34m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Retford station (RET) and Sheffield station (SHF) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Retford station (RET) to Sheffield station (SHF) 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 Sheffield station (SHF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Retford station (RET) and Sheffield station (SHF)
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- 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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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
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