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

The cheapest way to get from Kettering to Retford is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kettering to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Kettering and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Kettering to Retford. However, there are services departing from Kettering and arriving at Retford via Nottingham and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Kettering to Retford?

The distance between Kettering and Retford is 111 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kettering to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Kettering to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kettering to Retford train from?

Kettering to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Where does the Kettering to Retford train arrive?

Kettering to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Kettering to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Kettering to Retford is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Kettering to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 308+ hotels available in Retford.

Kettering to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Kettering to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain
3h 13m
£39–100
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from (Corby) George Street Stop G to Railway Stationbus X4
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 45m
£17–33
Drive 76.6 mi
1. Drive from Kettering to Retfordcar 76.6 mi
1h 24m
£19–28
Train, bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 90 / ...
3. Take the bus from Newark Bus Station to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
3h 50m

Kettering to Retford by train

86Weekly Trains

3h 13mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kettering to Retford.

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Distance: 110 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Kettering to Retford via Nottingham and Grantham in around 3h 13m.

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