What is the cheapest way to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway?

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway?

The fastest way to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway?

The distance between Retford and Bowness-on-Solway is 239 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway without a car?

The best way to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway without a car is to train and taxi via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 12m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway, including transfers.

Can I drive from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Bowness-on-Solway is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Solway?

There are 471+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Solway.

Retford to Bowness-on-Solway - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Retford to York
2. Take the train from York to Newcastle
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the taxi from Annan to Bowness-on-Solway
5h 12m
£102–192
Drive 171.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway171.2 mi
3h 4m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston HotelUkn31
6h 30m
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Retford to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisle
3. Take the taxi from Annan to Bowness-on-Solway
7h 17m
£93–201

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Retford to Bowness-on-Solway.

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Distance: 237.5 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Bowness-on-Solway, England?

You can take a bus from The Square to Bowness-on-Solway via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Halston Hotel in around 6h 30m.

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