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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Retford to Reading?

The distance between Retford and Reading is 177 miles. The road distance is 156.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Retford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Reading train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Reading is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Retford to Reading.

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1465+ hotels available in Reading.

Retford to Reading - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Retford to Reading by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 28m
£51–152
Drive 155.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Readingcar 155.5 mi
2h 49m
£38–55
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 14m
£77–284
Train
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 25m
£81–227

Retford to Reading by train and subway

134Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 28m.

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