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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Retford is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Retford is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Finch Square A and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Rose and Crown, Birmingham Coach Station and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 57m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Retford?

The distance between Cardigan and Retford is 401 miles. The road distance is 221.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Retford without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £150 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Cardigan to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Retford bus from?

Cardigan to Retford bus services, operated by Morris Travel, depart from Finch Square A station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Retford?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Retford is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £150 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 57m.

Where does the Cardigan to Retford bus arrive?

Cardigan to Retford bus services, operated by Morris Travel, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Retford is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Cardigan to Retford.

Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 309+ hotels available in Retford.

Cardigan to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitland to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Retford
7h 32m
£150–318
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockport
4. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffield
9h 6m
£49–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9460
2. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Birmingham Coach Station112
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7152
12h 57m
Drive 220.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Retford220.2 mi
4h 36m
£54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
8h 55m
£50–136

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardigan to Retford.

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Distance: 398.6 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Retford via Whitland, Cardiff Central, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Finch Square A to Retford Bus Station via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9, Rose and Crown, Birmingham Coach Station, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 12h 57m.

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