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Retford to Liverpool James Street Trains From US$13.74

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Buy cheap train tickets from Retford to Liverpool James Street for just US$13.74. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$28.38. The train journey from Retford to Liverpool James Street typically takes approximately 2h 57m. You can expect a frequency of 24 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Retford to Liverpool James Street Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Retford to Liverpool James Street, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 06:13
    Retford

    3h 34m

    Changes required

    09:47
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W30317-1Y97 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55123-1R52 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C30656-2C12 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  2. 06:56
    Retford

    3h 21m

    Changes required

    10:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W29849-1L36 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67240-1B67 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C91952-2C14 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  3. 07:17
    Retford

    3h 30m

    Changes required

    10:47
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W33385-2P62 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C55127-1R58 is operated by East Midlands Railway. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C93288-2C16 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  4. 07:35
    Retford

    3h 32m

    Changes required

    11:07
    Liverpool James Street
    Train C82060-1D01 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62303-1P62 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G78119-2F29 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain C93355-2N18 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  5. 07:57
    Retford

    3h 20m

    Changes required

    11:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W29851-1L40 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67242-1B69 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C93003-2C18 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  6. 09:00
    Retford

    3h 17m

    Changes required

    12:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W29855-1L44 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67244-1B71 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C93145-2C22 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  7. 09:51
    Retford

    3h 26m

    Changes required

    13:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W29858-1L48 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 90km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain G67246-1B73 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C92008-2C26 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  8. 11:11
    Retford

    3h 6m

    Changes required

    14:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train C11542-1H02 is operated by Hull Trains. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67248-1B75 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C92505-2C30 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  9. 11:58
    Retford

    3h 19m

    Changes required

    15:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train W29863-1L56 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain G67250-1B77 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C92992-2C34 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
  10. 13:11
    Retford

    3h 6m

    Changes required

    16:17
    Liverpool James Street
    Train C11545-1H03 is operated by Hull Trains. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G67252-1B79 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C92965-2C38 is operated by Merseyrail. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$56.44
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    Retford to Liverpool James Street Train Route Details

    The Retford to Liverpool James Street train ticket is from US$13.74. The average travel time is 2h 57m, covering a distance of approximately 136 mile. There are usually 24 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    06:13
    Last train
    23:18
    Departure station
    Retford
    Arrival station
    Liverpool James Street
    Journey time
    2h 57m
    Distance
    136 mile
    Price
    US$13.74
    Train operators
    TransPennine Express

    Choose Retford to Liverpool James Street Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Retford to Liverpool James Street. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Retford to Liverpool James Street Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Retford to Liverpool James Street train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

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    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$28.38 Save US$9.37
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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Retford to Liverpool James Street train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Retford to Liverpool James Street?

      The first train from Retford to Liverpool James Street is at 06:13.
    • Are there direct trains from Retford to Liverpool James Street?

      No, there is no direct train from Retford to Liverpool James Street, and passengers would need to make 4 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Retford to Liverpool James Street ?

      The train journey from Retford to Liverpool James Street typically takes an average of 4h 11m, with the fastest journey duration being around 2h 57m.
    • How much is a train from Retford to Liverpool James Street ?

      The cost of a train from Retford to Liverpool James Street can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$13.74 and the average price being around US$28.38.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Retford to Liverpool James Street ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.