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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Inverness is to drive which costs £90 - £140 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 5h 38m and costs £70 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Inverness. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Union Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Retford and arriving at Inverness. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Retford to Inverness?

The distance between Retford and Inverness is 440 miles. The road distance is 387.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £170 - £240.

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

The train from Retford to Inverness takes 6h 39m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Retford to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Inverness?

The best way to get from Retford to Inverness is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs £170 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Retford to Inverness bus arrive?

Retford to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Retford to Inverness train arrive?

Retford to Inverness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Retford to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Inverness is 388 miles. It takes approximately 7h 6m to drive from Retford to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Retford to Inverness - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Retford to Inverness by train, bus, car, or plane

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 InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
6h 39m
£170–240
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
5h 38m
£72–272
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Park and RideUkn11
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
12h 23m
Drive 385.4 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Inverness385.4 mi
7h 6m
£94–136
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
5h 59m
£110–283
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3M90
9h 45m
£78–150
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
6h 13m
£79–392
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
8h 17m
£109–288
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
8h 18m
£125–330

Retford to Inverness by train

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Distance: 437.4 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Inverness, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to Inverness once a week. Tickets cost £170–240 and the journey takes 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Union Street via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Park and Ride in around 12h 23m.

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