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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at University RE via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Retford to Cardiff?

The distance between Retford and Cardiff is 287 miles. The road distance is 187.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Retford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Cardiff train from?

Retford to Cardiff train services, operated by Virgin Trains East Coast, depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 4h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Retford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Cardiff train arrive?

Retford to Cardiff train services, operated by Virgin Trains East Coast, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Retford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Cardiff is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Retford to Cardiff.

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

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Retford to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Retford to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 6m
Drive 186.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Cardiffcar 186.6 mi
3h 37m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University REbus 111
7h 55m
Train
1. Take the train from Worksop to Nottinghamtrain Worksop - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
6h 52m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Meadowhalltrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
8h 14m

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Map of how to get from Retford to Cardiff.

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Distance: 285.1 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to University RE via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 55m.

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