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 £27 - £50 and takes 7h 25m.

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 36m 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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Retford Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

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 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Retford?

The distance between Cardiff and Retford is 287 miles. The road distance is 188.4 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 9m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m 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 Sophia Gardens 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 9m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Retford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's 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 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m 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

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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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 9m
£90–176
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to The Wharfbus 151
7h 25m
£27–46
Drive 187.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Retfordcar 187.3 mi
3h 36m
£47–68
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
5h 42m
Bus, train
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 7m
£32–51

Cardiff to Retford by train and subway

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Distance: 285.1 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Retford Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station, The Wharf, and Trent Bridge in around 7h 25m.

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