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

The cheapest way to get from Acle to Retford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Acle to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Acle and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Acle to Retford. However, there are services departing from Acle and arriving at Retford via Norwich and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Acle to Retford?

The distance between Acle and Retford is 157 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Acle to Retford without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Acle to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Acle to Retford train from?

Acle to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.

Where does the Acle to Retford train arrive?

Acle to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Acle to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Acle to Retford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Acle to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 307+ hotels available in Retford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to PeterboroughNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 24m
£30–79
Train via Grantham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Norwich to GranthamNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 47m
£29–132
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Folly Tree House to Bus StationX1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market PlaceA / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Transport InterchangeB / ...
4. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Horse Fair Bus StationB / ...
5. Take the bus from Horse Fair Bus Station to Queensgate Bus StnB / ...
6. Take the train from Peterborough to Retford
5h 25m
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Acle to Retford135 mi
2h 32m
£34–48

Acle to Retford by train

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Acle, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Acle to Retford via Norwich and Peterborough in around 4h 24m.

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