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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Penrith is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Penrith. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Penrith via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 and Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Retford to Penrith?

The distance between Retford and Penrith is 169 miles. The road distance is 140.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £27 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Penrith bus from?

Retford to Penrith bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Penrith train from?

Retford to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Penrith?

The best way to get from Retford to Penrith is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Retford to Penrith bus arrive?

Retford to Penrith bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 station.

Where does the Retford to Penrith train arrive?

Retford to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Retford to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Penrith is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Retford to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
4h 17m
£27–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Penrithbus Ukn31
5h 46m
Drive 139.6 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Penrithcar 139.6 mi
2h 25m
£34–50
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Booth's Supermarketbus Ukn31
5h 46m

Retford to Penrith by train

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Penrith North Lakes via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Penrith via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, and Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange in around 5h 46m.

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