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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Retford is to drive which costs £95 - £140 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Retford is to fly and train which takes 5h 56m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Park and Ride, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Inverness to Retford?

The distance between Inverness and Retford is 441 miles. The road distance is 388 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Retford without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Inverness to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Retford bus from?

Inverness to Retford bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Retford?

The best way to get from Inverness to Retford is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Inverness to Retford bus arrive?

Inverness to Retford bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Retford is 388 miles. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Inverness to Retford.

Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 309+ hotels available in Retford.

Inverness to Retford - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Inverness to Retford by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to DoncasterInverness - London Kings Cross / ...
7h 54m
£71–231
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Stationmegabus M90 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to SheffieldEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
10h 7m
£55–214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Park and RideE8
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn11
12h 35m
Drive 385.7 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Retford385.7 mi
7h 6m
£95–137
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
5h 56m
£102–270
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retford
6h 19m
£81–376
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Retford
5h 58m
£70–259
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
8h 14m
£106–272
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
8h 46m
£119–333

Inverness to Retford by train and bus

11Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Retford.

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Distance: 438.7 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Retford, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Inverness to Doncaster once daily. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 6h 21m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Retford Bus Station via Park and Ride, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 12h 35m.

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