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Retford to Whitstable Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Whitstable? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €29.40, with average prices for this route around €48.24. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
16:39 Retford	20:39 Whitstable	4h, Changes required	Find Tickets
16:44 Retford	20:39 Whitstable	3h 55m, Changes required	Find Tickets
18:01 Retford	21:39 Whitstable	3h 38m, Changes required	Find Tickets
18:39 Retford	22:39 Whitstable	4h, Changes required	Find Tickets
19:42 Retford	23:39 Whitstable	3h 57m, Changes required	Find Tickets
21:02 Retford	00:58+1 Paris	3h 56m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Retford to Whitstable Train Route Details

First train

05:51

Last train

21:02

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Whitstable

Journey time

3h 11m

Distance

160 miles

Price

€29.40*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Whitstable

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Retford to Whitstable can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Whitstable for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Whitstable, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Retford to Whitstable more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Whitstable 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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