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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Alnwick is to line 99 bus and bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Alnwick is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Green Batt via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, Bus Station Stand 11, Haymarket Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Retford to Alnwick?

The distance between Retford and Alnwick is 168 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £210.

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

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Alnwick bus from?

Retford to Alnwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from The Square station.

Train or bus from Retford to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Retford to Alnwick is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £210. Alternatively, you can line 99 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Retford to Alnwick bus arrive?

Retford to Alnwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Can I drive from Retford to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Alnwick is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Retford to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1787+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Retford to Alnwick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to AlnmouthLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 13m
£37–210
Line 99 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B129 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Bus Station Express Lounge436
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to John Dobson Street
4. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Bus StationX18 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Green BattX15 / ...
6h 42m
£32–45
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Alnwick163.4 mi
2h 51m
£41–60
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Retford to SheffieldLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to AlnmouthBirmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 55m
£42–126

Retford to Alnwick by train and bus

111Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to Alnmouth hourly. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Green Batt via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, Bus Station Stand 11, John Dobson Street, Haymarket Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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