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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Dover is to bus which costs £17 - £20 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Dover. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Dover Priory via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Retford to Dover?

The distance between Retford and Dover is 216 miles. The road distance is 215.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Dover without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Retford to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Dover?

The best way to get from Retford to Dover is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £20 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Retford to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Dover is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Retford to Dover.

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

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Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 755+ hotels available in Dover.

Retford to Dover - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Retford to Dover by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 18m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield to Doverbus Michalovce
8h 34m
£17–20
Drive 214.2 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Dovercar 214.2 mi
3h 36m
£53–76

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Retford to Dover.

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Distance: 215 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Dover Priory via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Sheffield to Dover 4 times a week. Tickets cost £17–20 and the journey takes 6h 47m.

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