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 32m.

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 32m 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 Bristol Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m 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 via London which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs and takes 9h 4m.

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 32m 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, car, and plane

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

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 Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 47m
£89–169
Drive 165.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Retfordcar 165.3 mi
3h 32m
£41–59
Bus, line 99 bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
9h 4m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 27m
£121–258
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 9m
£98–146

Bath to Retford by train and subway

126Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Retford Bus Station via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 9h 4m.

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