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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Retford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 58m.

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 58m and costs £40 - £65.

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 8m.

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 8m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Maidstone to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Retford train from?

Maidstone to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East 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 58m 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?

There are 312+ hotels available in Retford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 8m
£35–146
Train via Strood
cheapest
1. Take the train from Strood to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 19m
£31–159
Drive 178.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Retfordcar 178.7 mi
2h 58m
£44–63
Train via Stevenage
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Stevenagetrain
3. Take the train from Stevenage to Retfordtrain
5h 5m
£90–161

Maidstone to Retford by train and subway

123Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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 8m.

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