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 Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Retford?

The distance between Blackpool and Retford is 114 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 which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 34m.

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 Manchester Piccadilly 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 292+ hotels available in Retford.

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

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 & Coach Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 50m
£41–86
Drive 114 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Retfordcar 114 mi
2h 24m
£28–40
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 & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
4. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
6h 34m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Olympia House to Worksop Bus Stationbus 77
5h 43m
£49–83

Blackpool to Retford by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 50m. 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, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 6h 34m.

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