The cheapest and fastest trains from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET)
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stevenage station (SVG) for Retford station (RET) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.


Live departures
Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:27 Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h18 | 08:45 Retford station (RET) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h43 | 09:38 Retford station (RET) | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:56 Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h41 | 10:37 Retford station (RET) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:28 Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h17 | 10:45 Retford station (RET) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:56 Stevenage station (SVG) | 1h14 | 11:10 Retford station (RET) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET)
Trains from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 08:28 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: LNER from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) trainsLNER trains will get you between Stevenage station (SVG) and Retford station (RET) from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage station (SVG) to Retford station (RET) 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 station (RET), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stevenage station (SVG) and Retford station (RET)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:45 - 21:30 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: Railway South Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: WC available on station concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
- Storage location: Long and short term car park areas
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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.
