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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Chester is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Chester is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Chester. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Chester via Sheffield, Stockport and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Retford to Chester?

The distance between Retford and Chester is 106 miles. The road distance is 101.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Chester without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 5m and costs £22 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Retford to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Chester train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Chester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Chester is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Retford to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 967+ hotels available in Chester.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Retford to SheffieldLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to StockportCleethorpes - Stockport / ...
3h 5m
£22–95
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chester
3h 19m
£16–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Station38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Kidsgrove
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange84
6h 32m
Drive 101 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Chester101 mi
2h 5m
£26–37

Retford to Chester by train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Chester via Sheffield, Stockport, and Crewe in around 3h 5m.

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