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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Lowestoft is to train and bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Lowestoft is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Lowestoft?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Lowestoft. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Lowestoft via Peterborough and Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Retford to Lowestoft?

The distance between Retford and Lowestoft is 170 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Lowestoft without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Retford to Lowestoft, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Lowestoft train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Lowestoft train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Lowestoft?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Lowestoft is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Retford to Lowestoft.

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

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Where can I stay near Lowestoft?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Norwichtrain
3. Take the train from Norwich to Lowestofttrain
4h 17m
£71–113
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Bootsbus B / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus X21 / ...
5h 57m
£31–47
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Lowestoftcar 149.5 mi
2h 54m
£37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 24
3. Take the train from Grantham to Norwichtrain
7h 22m

Retford to Lowestoft by train

74Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Lowestoft via Peterborough and Norwich in around 4h 17m.

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