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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Exeter is to bus which costs £17 - £65 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Exeter St Davids via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Retford to Exeter?

The distance between Retford and Exeter is 315 miles. The road distance is 242.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Exeter without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £80 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Retford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Exeter bus from?

Retford to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Exeter train from?

Retford to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Exeter?

The best way to get from Retford to Exeter is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £80 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £65 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Retford to Exeter bus arrive?

Retford to Exeter bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Retford to Exeter train arrive?

Retford to Exeter train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Retford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Exeter is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Retford to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Retford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

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

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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 Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 22m
£81–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
8h 20m
£18–61
Drive 241 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Exeter241 mi
4h 10m
£60–87
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
5h 42m
£107–328
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 28m
£80–235

Retford to Exeter by train and subway

155Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.3 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Exeter St Davids via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Bampfylde Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Bus Station in around 8h 20m.

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