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 £19 - £65 and takes 9h 10m.

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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Newark Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

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 11m.

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 11m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 11m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 8h 43m.

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 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?

There are 308+ hotels available in Retford.

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 11m
£63–174
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Retford
9h 10m
£20–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
8h 43m
£22–63
Drive 187.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Retford187.6 mi
3h 33m
£48–68
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 41m

Cardiff to Retford by train and subway

124Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 8h 43m.

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