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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Retford is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Retford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Retford. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Retford via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Dover to Retford?

The distance between Dover and Retford is 216 miles. The road distance is 216.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Dover to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Retford train from?

Dover to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Retford?

The best way to get from Dover to Retford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Dover to Retford train arrive?

Dover to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Retford is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Dover to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 312+ hotels available in Retford.

Dover to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dover to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 13m
£40–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Sheffieldbus Michalovce
8h 12m
£22–33
Drive 215 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Retfordcar 215 mi
3h 36m
£53–76

Dover to Retford by train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Retford via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Dover to Sheffield 4 times a week. Tickets cost £18–21 and the journey takes 6h 46m.

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