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 £50 - £130 and takes 8h 56m.

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 14m and costs £55 - £85.

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 33m.

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 33m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Exeter to Retford, including transfers.

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 33m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 56m.

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 14m 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?

There are 342+ hotels available in Retford.

Exeter to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 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 Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 33m
£115–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
8h 56m
£54–126
Drive 241 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Retfordcar 241 mi
4h 14m
£59–86
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 5m
£94–244
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 12m
£131–186

Exeter to Retford by train and subway

128Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.3 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Retford via Birmingham Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Sheffield in around 8h 56m.

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