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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Luton is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Luton is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Luton. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Luton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Retford to Luton?

The distance between Retford and Luton is 169 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Retford to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Luton train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Luton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Luton is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Retford to Luton.

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

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Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1035+ hotels available in Luton.

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

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

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 CrossYork - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LutonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2h 9m
£29–143
Drive 118.1 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Luton118.1 mi
2h 2m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to StevenageYork - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange100 / ...
2h 32m
£33–101
Train via Kettering
1. Take the train from Retford to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton
3h 57m
£49–109

Retford to Luton by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 9mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Luton via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 9m.

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