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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Retford is to bus which costs £14 - £45 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Retford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Retford?

The distance between Cardiff and Retford is 287 miles. The road distance is 188.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Retford without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Cardiff to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Retford bus from?

Cardiff to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Retford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Retford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Retford is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £65 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Retford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Retford is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Cardiff to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 15m
£67–206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk070 / ...
8h 27m
£15–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Meadowhall InterchangeUk078
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to RetfordLeeds - Lincoln Central / ...
8h 10m
£22–60
Drive 187.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Retford187.6 mi
3h 33m
£47–67
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Station37 / ...
5h 50m

Cardiff to Retford by train and subway

124Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Retford.

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Distance: 285.2 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Retford Bus Station via Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 8h 27m.

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