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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Retford to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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£73.00
Tue11Nov
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£73.00
Wed12Nov
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£73.00
Thu13Nov
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£73.00
Fri14Nov
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£10.30
Sat15Nov
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£73.00
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Retford to Birmingham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Birmingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.30, with average prices for this route around £73.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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06:13
2h 15m, Changes required
Retford
08:28
Birmingham New Street
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06:56
2h 11m, Changes required
Retford
09:07
Birmingham New Street
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07:20
2h 8m, Changes required
Retford
09:28
Birmingham New Street
NorthernCrossCountry
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07:59
2h 5m, Changes required
Retford
10:04
Birmingham New Street
NorthernCrossCountry
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09:01
2h 5m, Changes required
Retford
11:06
Birmingham New Street
NorthernCrossCountry
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09:52
2h 12m, Changes required
Retford
12:04
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Retford to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:13
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Retford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h
Distance
Distance
113 km
Price
Price
£10.30*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Retford to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Retford to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 Birmingham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Retford to Birmingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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