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

The cheapest way to get from Grays to Retford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grays to Retford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Grays and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Grays to Retford. However, there are services departing from Ebbsfleet International and arriving at Retford via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Grays to Retford?

The distance between Grays and Retford is 162 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grays to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Grays to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grays to Retford train from?

Grays to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Grays to Retford?

The best way to get from Grays to Retford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Grays to Retford train arrive?

Grays to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Grays to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Grays to Retford is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Grays to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Grays to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 27m
£38–120
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Broad Marsh Bus StationUk004 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Bus Station to Retford Bus Station37 / ...
6h 34m
Drive 158.1 mi
1. Drive from Grays to Retford158.1 mi
2h 37m
£40–57

Grays to Retford by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grays to Retford Bus Station via West Ham, West Ham station, Finchley Road station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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