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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Thurso is to drive which costs £120 - £180 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Thurso is to drive which takes 9h 25m and costs £120 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Thurso?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Thurso. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Retford to Thurso?

The distance between Retford and Thurso is 591 miles. The road distance is 494.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Thurso without a car is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs £180 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 11h 28m to get from Retford to Thurso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Thurso bus from?

Retford to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Thurso train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Thurso?

The best way to get from Retford to Thurso is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs £180 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 56m.

Where does the Retford to Thurso bus arrive?

Retford to Thurso bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Retford to Thurso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Thurso?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Thurso is 494 miles. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Retford to Thurso.

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

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Retford to Thurso - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Retford and Thurso?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Thurso. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bank of Scotland via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Park and Ride and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 56m.

There are 9 ways to get from Retford to Thurso by train, bus, car, or plane

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 InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
11h 28m
£189–270
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 35m
£86–339
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3M90
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
14h 20m
£92–270
Drive 491.5 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Thurso491.5 mi
9h 25m
£123–178
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
10h 52m
£133–339
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Park and Ride
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
16h 56m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, train
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
11h 9m
£100–479
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)MAN - ABZ
3. Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 58m
£139–338
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BHX - ABZ
3. Take the train from Dyce to Inverness
4. Take the train from Inverness to Thurso
13h 42m
£153–387

Retford to Thurso by train

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11h 28mAverage Duration

£189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 587.1 mi
Duration: 11h 28m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Thurso, Scotland?

You can take a train from Retford to Thurso via Inverness in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Bank of Scotland via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Park and Ride, and Union Street in around 16h 56m.

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