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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Cheltenham Racecourse via Briar Road, Burton Street and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Retford to Cheltenham?

The distance between Retford and Cheltenham is 146 miles. The road distance is 129.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Retford to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cheltenham bus from?

Retford to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Briar Road station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cheltenham train from?

Retford to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Retford to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Retford to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Victoria Bus Station.

Where does the Retford to Cheltenham train arrive?

Retford to Cheltenham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Retford to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Cheltenham is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Retford to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to SheffieldLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 15m
£40–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Briar Road to Victoria Bus StationSa
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Cheltenham RacecourseCf3
6h 19m
£24–34
Drive 128.7 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Cheltenham128.7 mi
2h 22m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gate38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Derby
3. Take the train from Derby to Cheltenham Spa
4h 31m

Retford to Cheltenham by train

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Retford to Cheltenham.

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Distance: 145.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Cheltenham Spa via Sheffield in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Cheltenham Racecourse via Briar Road, Victoria Bus Station, Burton Street, Canal Street, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 19m.

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