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Retford to Polegate Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Polegate? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AED 199.52, with average prices for this route around AED 207.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
18:39 Retford	22:39 Polegate	4h, Changes required	Find Tickets
19:42 Retford	23:40 Polegate	3h 58m, Changes required	Find Tickets
21:02 Retford	01:28+1 Paris	4h 26m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Retford to Polegate Train Route Details

First train

05:51

Last train

21:02

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Polegate

Journey time

3h 29m

Distance

290 km

Price

AED 199.52*

Train operators

Thameslink, Southern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Polegate

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 Polegate. 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

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%

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 Polegate, 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 Polegate 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 Polegate 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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