What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Newark Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Retford. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Retford via Shrewsbury, Stockport and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Retford?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Retford is 199 miles. The road distance is 184.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Retford without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Retford?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Aberystwyth to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Retford bus from?

Aberystwyth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Retford train from?

Aberystwyth to Retford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Retford?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Retford is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Retford bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Retford train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Retford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Retford is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Aberystwyth to Retford.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Retford?

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 309+ hotels available in Retford.

Aberystwyth to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockport
3. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffield
6h 9m
£36–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
9h 55m
£22–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the train from Chester to Stockport
4. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffield
9h 23m
Drive 183.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Retford183.7 mi
3h 44m
£46–66

Aberystwyth to Retford by train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.7 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Retford via Shrewsbury, Stockport, and Sheffield in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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