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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Towcester is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Towcester is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Towcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Towcester. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Northgate via Newark Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Retford to Towcester?

The distance between Retford and Towcester is 206 miles. The road distance is 96.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Towcester without a car is to train and bus via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Retford to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Towcester bus from?

Retford to Towcester bus services, operated by Marshalls of Sutton on Trent, depart from Retford Bus Station.

Train or bus from Retford to Towcester?

The best way to get from Retford to Towcester is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £170 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Retford to Towcester bus arrive?

Retford to Towcester bus services, operated by Marshalls of Sutton on Trent, arrive at Newark Bus Station.

Can I drive from Retford to Towcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Towcester is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Retford to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1026+ hotels available in Towcester.

Retford to Towcester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Cross
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to Towcester Race Course oppX91
3h 40m
£34–139
Drive 96.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Towcester96.1 mi
1h 40m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Station38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900
5h 53m
Train
1. Take the train from Retford to King's CrossYork - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to NorthamptonLondon Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
4h 36m
£38–164
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Worksop to NottinghamWorksop - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900
6h 3m
£26–76

Retford to Towcester by train, foot, and bus

142Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.5 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Northgate via Newark Bus Station, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Retford to Saracens Head Hotel via King's Cross, London Euston, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 36m.

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