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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Retford is to bus and train which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 6m.

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 35m 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 Park Place and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

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 19m.

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 via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m 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 National Express, depart from Park Place 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 via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Retford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 35m 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, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 19m
£106–200
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk078
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
8h 6m
£29–52
Drive 187.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Retfordcar 187.6 mi
3h 35m
£46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Worksoptrain Nottingham - Worksop
6h 49m
£103–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 152
8h 19m
£40–97

Cardiff to Retford by train and subway

126Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Retford.

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Distance: 285.1 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 8h 19m.

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