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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Torquay is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Newton Abbot via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Retford to Torquay?

The distance between Retford and Torquay is 341 miles. The road distance is 259.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Torquay without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 30m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Retford to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Torquay train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Torquay is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Retford to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2701+ hotels available in Torquay.

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

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

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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 Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
5h 30m
£111–219
Drive 258.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Torquaycar 258.3 mi
4h 42m
£64–93
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 42m
£120–187
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gatebus 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Newton Abbottrain
7h 59m

Retford to Torquay by train, subway, and bus

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5h 30mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 339.4 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Union Street via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 5h 30m.

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