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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Retford is to line 99 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Retford is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterdale/College Road and arriving at Retford Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Retford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Doncaster to Retford?

The distance between Doncaster and Retford is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Retford without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £17.

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

The train from Doncaster to Retford takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Retford bus from?

Doncaster to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Waterdale/College Road station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Retford train from?

Doncaster to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster to Retford?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Retford is to train which takes 14 min and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 99 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Doncaster to Retford bus arrive?

Doncaster to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Retford Bus Station.

Where does the Doncaster to Retford train arrive?

Doncaster to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Retford is 19 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Doncaster to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 310+ hotels available in Retford.

Doncaster to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to RetfordYork - London Kings Cross / ...
14 min
£7–17
Line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterdale/College Road to Retford Bus Station99
42 min
£2–4
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Retford18.7 mi
28 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Doncaster to Retford18.7 mi
28 min
£40–50

Doncaster to Retford by train

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 14 min. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Midlands operates a bus from Waterdale/College Road to Retford Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 42 min.

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