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

The cheapest way to get from London to Retford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Retford is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct train between London and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Retford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from London to Retford?

The distance between London and Retford is 139 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Retford without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £40 - £75.

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

The train from London Kings Cross to Retford takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London to Retford train from?

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

Where does the London to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Retford is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from London to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 322+ hotels available in Retford.

London to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from London to Retford by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
1h 26m
£40–75
Drive 144.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London to Retfordcar 144.9 mi
2h 42m
£36–52
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 7m
£57–102

London to Retford by train

126Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Retford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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