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Retford to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Retford to City Thameslink, starting from €22.04 and averaging €25.60. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 57m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:50 2h 13m, Changes required Retford	08:03 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:51 2h 12m, Changes required Retford	09:03 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
07:41 2h 7m, Changes required Retford	09:48 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
08:36 2h, Changes required Retford	10:36 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
09:40 1h 58m, Changes required Retford	11:38 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
10:40 2h 16m, Changes required Retford	12:56 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to City Thameslink Train Route Details

First train

05:50

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

1h 57m

Distance

209 km

Price

€22.04*

Train operators

Thameslink, LNER, Hull Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to City Thameslink

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Retford to City Thameslink. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Retford to City Thameslink, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 City Thameslink 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

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 City Thameslink train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Retford to City Thameslink Train prices and times

Retford to City Thameslink Train Route Details