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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Solihull is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Solihull is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Solihull?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Solihull. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Solihull Town Centre via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Solihull?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Solihull. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Solihull via Sheffield and Birmingham Moor Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Retford to Solihull?

The distance between Retford and Solihull is 106 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Solihull without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Retford to Solihull, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Solihull bus from?

Retford to Solihull bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Solihull train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Solihull?

The best way to get from Retford to Solihull is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Retford to Solihull bus arrive?

Retford to Solihull bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Retford to Solihull train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Solihull?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Solihull is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Retford to Solihull.

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

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Where can I stay near Solihull?

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Retford to Solihull - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 87 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to SheffieldLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New StreetLeeds - Reading / ...
2h 40m
£35–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Station152
5h 10m
£18–33
Drive 82.3 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Solihull82.3 mi
1h 41m
£21–30
Bus, train, line 87 bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Station38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Leicester
3. Take the bus from Welford Place to Pool Meadow Bus StationX6
4. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Solihull Town Centre87 / ...
6h 22m

Retford to Solihull by train and foot

119Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.6 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Solihull via Sheffield, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham Moor Street in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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