What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Retford?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Retford is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Retford?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Retford is to taxi and train which takes 45 min and costs £65 - £75.

How far is it from East Midlands to Retford?

The distance between East Midlands and Retford is 49 miles. The road distance is 44.8 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Retford without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Retford without a car is to line 8 bus and train which takes 1h 57m and costs £45 - £55.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Retford?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from East Midlands to Retford, including transfers.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Retford is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from East Midlands to Retford.

Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 317+ hotels available in Retford.

East Midlands to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, taxi

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

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Line 8 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Morleas Farm to Bus Stationbus 8
2. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
1h 57m
£47–53
Drive 44.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Midlands to Retfordcar 44.5 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from East Midlands to Granthamtaxi
2. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
45 min
£66–74
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Midlands to Retfordtaxi 44.5 mi
1h 1m
£90–120

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from East Midlands to Retford.

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Retford, England?

There is no direct connection from East Midlands to Retford. However, you can take the taxi to Morleas Farm, take the line 8 bus to Bus Station, walk to Grantham, then take the train to Retford. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Grantham then take the train to Retford.

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