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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £19 - £55 and takes 7h 41m.

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 34m 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 Sophia Gardens via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

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 3h 57m.

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 3h 57m and costs £60 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), 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 3h 57m and costs £60 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 10m.

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 London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), 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 34m 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 CrossYork - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 57m
£62–231
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to Meadowhall
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
7h 41m
£20–54
Drive 186.6 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Cardiff186.6 mi
3h 34m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Worksop to NottinghamWorksop - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central
6h 52m
£36–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Station152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
8h 10m
£27–64

Retford to Cardiff by train and subway

161Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Sophia Gardens via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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