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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Retford is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Retford is to train which takes 23 min and costs £12 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grantham and arriving at Retford. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Grantham to Retford?

The distance between Grantham and Retford is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Retford without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £12 - £65.

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

The train from Grantham to Retford takes 23 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Retford train from?

Grantham to Retford train services, operated by Hull Trains, depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Retford train arrive?

Grantham to Retford train services, operated by Hull Trains, arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Retford is 35 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Grantham to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 318+ hotels available in Retford.

Grantham to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Grantham to Retford by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - Hull / ...
23 min
£12–65
Drive 34.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grantham to Retfordcar 34.4 mi
38 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Grantham to Retfordtaxi 34.4 mi
38 min
£70–90

Grantham to Retford by train

83Weekly Trains

23 minAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.1 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Hull Trains operates a train from Grantham to Retford every 4 hours. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 23 min. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day.

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