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 £24 - £85 and takes 8h 17m.

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 3h 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, St Margaret's Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

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 West and arriving at Retford via Strood and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Retford?

The distance between Maidstone and Retford is 182 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 20m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m 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 Strood station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Retford?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Retford is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £85 and takes 8h 17m.

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 St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Retford is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Maidstone to Retford.

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

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Train
best
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 20m
£52–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 440 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to The Wharfbus 151
8h 17m
£24–85
Drive 178.7 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Retfordcar 178.7 mi
3h
£45–65
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Chatham to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 46m
£79–137

Maidstone to Retford by train

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone West to Retford via Strood, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Retford Bus Station via London Victoria, St Margaret's Bus Station, The Wharf, and Trent Bridge in around 8h 17m.

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