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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Retford is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Retford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Retford?

The distance between Preston and Retford is 97 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £19 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Preston to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Retford bus from?

Preston to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Retford train from?

Preston to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Retford?

The best way to get from Preston to Retford is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £19 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Preston to Retford bus arrive?

Preston to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Retford train arrive?

Preston to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Retford is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Preston to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 309+ hotels available in Retford.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Preston and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/C2 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retford
3h 27m
£20–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
4. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2X3
5h 52m
Drive 96.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Retford96.5 mi
2h 6m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfield
3. Take the bus from Olympia House to Worksop Bus Station77
5h 26m
£25–72

Preston to Retford by train

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Retford Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 5h 52m.

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