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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Retford is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Retford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Retford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Retford?

The distance between Cheltenham and Retford is 145 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cheltenham to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Retford train from?

Cheltenham to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Retford?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Retford is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Retford train arrive?

Cheltenham to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Retford is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Cheltenham to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 328+ hotels available in Retford.

Cheltenham to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 26m
£73–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Lost Village Festival Sitebus Lv8
5h 26m
£28–64
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Retfordcar 128.4 mi
2h 23m
£32–46
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Newark Castletrain
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
4h 56m

Cheltenham to Retford by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cheltenham, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Retford via Sheffield in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Lost Village Festival Site twice a week. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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