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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Retford is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Retford is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Retford. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Exeter to Retford?

The distance between Exeter and Retford is 315 miles. The road distance is 242.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Exeter to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Retford bus from?

Exeter to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Retford train from?

Exeter to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Retford?

The best way to get from Exeter to Retford is to train via London which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Exeter to Retford bus arrive?

Exeter to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Exeter to Retford train arrive?

Exeter to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Retford is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Exeter to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Exeter to Retford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter to Retford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 28m
£83–214
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 152
9h 50m
£27–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
9h 42m
£31–46
Drive 241 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Retfordcar 241 mi
4h 13m
£58–84
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
5h 6m
£83–294
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
5h 12m
£65–231

Exeter to Retford by train and subway

127Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.3 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Exeter to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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