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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Retford is to bus and train which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Bath to Retford?

The distance between Bath and Retford is 248 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Bath to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Retford train from?

Bath to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.

Train or bus from Bath to Retford?

The best way to get from Bath to Retford is to train via London which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Bath to Retford train arrive?

Bath to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bath to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Retford is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Bath to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 311+ hotels available in Retford.

Bath to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bath to Retford by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 48m
£54–234
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall InterchangeUk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to RetfordLeeds - Lincoln Central / ...
7h 43m
£14–40
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Bath to Retford165.3 mi
3h 31m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
5h 8m
£91–175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2X3
8h 6m

Bath to Retford by train and subway

124Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Retford via Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, and Doncaster in around 8h 6m.

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