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

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

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 bus between Bath and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

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 46m.

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 which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Bath to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Retford bus from?

Bath to Retford bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Westgate Buildings station.

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 which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Bath to Retford bus arrive?

Bath to Retford bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

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?

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Bath to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, and car

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

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Train
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 46m
£55–212
Drive 165.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Retford165.3 mi
3h 31m
£42–61
Bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings 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
4. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Station99 / ...
8h 1m
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stn19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
6h 28m
Bus, line 90 bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
4. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Newark Bus Station90 / ...
5. Take the bus from Newark Bus Station to Retford Bus Station37 / ...
9h 48m

Bath to Retford by train and subway

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3h 46mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Retford Bus Station via Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 8h 1m.

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