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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Retford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Retford. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Retford via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Colchester to Retford?

The distance between Colchester and Retford is 193 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Colchester to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Retford train from?

Colchester to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Retford train arrive?

Colchester to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Retford is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Colchester to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 318+ hotels available in Retford.

Colchester to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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 Colchester to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 2m
£56–138
Drive 147.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Retfordcar 147.3 mi
2h 52m
£37–53
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterboroughtrain Colchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 34m
£85–121
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Interchangebus X20 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 39m

Colchester to Retford by train and subway

127Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colchester to Retford.

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Distance: 191.6 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Retford via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 2m.

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