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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Retford is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Retford station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Retford Bus Station via London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Newark Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Retford. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Retford via London Bridge station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Retford?

The distance between Maidstone and Retford is 179 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Retford bus from?

Maidstone to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Retford train from?

Maidstone to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Retford?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Retford is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Maidstone to Retford bus arrive?

Maidstone to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Retford train arrive?

Maidstone to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Retford is 180 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Maidstone to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Maidstone to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 13m
£36–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Broad Marsh Bus StationUk004 / ...
7h 32m
£22–48
Drive 178.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Retford178.7 mi
2h 59m
£45–65
Train via Strood
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 26m
£33–163

Maidstone to Retford by train and subway

95Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Retford via London Bridge, London Bridge station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Retford Bus Station via London Victoria, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 7h 32m.

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