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Retford to Dumfries Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Dumfries? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 48.760, with average prices for this route around BHD 48.760. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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الجمعة, 29 أغسطس
السبت, 30 أغسطس
الأحد, 31 أغسطس
الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
الخميس, 4 سبتمبر

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
13:11 Retford	18:10 Dumfries	4 hours 59 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
14:50 Retford	20:01 Dumfries	5 hours 11 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
16:45 Retford	21:48 Dumfries	5 hours 3 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
18:05 Retford	23:50 Dumfries	5 hours 45 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
20:06 Retford	07:44+1 Dumfries	11 hours 38 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets
20:14 Retford	07:44+1 Paris	11 hours 30 minutes, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Retford to Dumfries Train Route Details

First train

07:56

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Dumfries

Journey time

4 hours 56 minutes

Distance

261 km

Price

BHD 48.760*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Dumfries

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 Dumfries. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Dumfries 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 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 Dumfries, 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%

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 Dumfries 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 traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Retford to Dumfries more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Dumfries 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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*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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