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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Retford is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Retford. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Retford via Leeds and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Retford?

The distance between Blackpool and Retford is 126 miles. The road distance is 114.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Retford without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 46m and costs £23 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Retford bus from?

Blackpool to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Retford train from?

Blackpool to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Retford?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Retford is to train via Doncaster which takes 3h 46m and costs £23 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Blackpool to Retford bus arrive?

Blackpool to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Retford train arrive?

Blackpool to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Retford is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Blackpool to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 317+ hotels available in Retford.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Retford station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 46m
£24–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
4. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
6h 55m
Drive 114 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Retfordcar 114 mi
2h 24m
£28–40
Train, line 99 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
4h 43m
£25–66
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
4h 44m
£26–91

Blackpool to Retford by train

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Distance: 125.1 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Retford via Leeds and Doncaster in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Retford Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 6h 55m.

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