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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Scunthorpe is to bus and line 100 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at The Pods via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Retford to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Retford and Scunthorpe is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £19 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Retford to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Scunthorpe bus from?

Retford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Retford Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Retford to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £19 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 100 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Retford to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Retford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Retford to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Scunthorpe is 27 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Retford to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Retford to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Retford to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 7m
£19–43
Bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Bus Station97 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Pods100
2h 23m
£5–8
Line 99 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B129 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 39m
£15–29
Drive 27.2 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Scunthorpe27.2 mi
41 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retford to Scunthorpe27.2 mi
41 min
£55–70

Retford to Scunthorpe by train

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Scunthorpe via Doncaster in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to The Pods via Bus Station in around 2h 23m.

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