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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Aberystwyth via Sheffield, Stockport and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Retford to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Retford and Aberystwyth is 199 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Retford to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Aberystwyth bus from?

Retford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Aberystwyth train from?

Retford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Retford to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Retford to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Retford to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Retford to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Retford to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Retford to Aberystwyth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Retford to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Aberystwyth is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Retford to Aberystwyth.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockport
2. Take the train from Stockport to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
6h 21m
£50–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Station152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
9h 15m
£27–54
Drive 186.3 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Aberystwyth186.3 mi
3h 42m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockport
2. Take the train from Stockport to Chester
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
9h 31m

Retford to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 197.7 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Retford to Aberystwyth via Sheffield, Stockport, and Shrewsbury in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 15m.

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