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 £23 - £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 £23 - £35.

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 50m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 First South Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 station.

Train or bus from Retford to Towcester?

The best way to get from Retford to Towcester is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Retford to Towcester bus arrive?

Retford to Towcester bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 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 1037+ hotels available in Towcester.

Retford to Towcester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Towcester. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Saracens Head Hotel via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

There are 6 ways to get from Retford to Towcester by train, bus, or car

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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 50m
£33–149
Drive 96.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Towcester96.1 mi
1h 40m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Retford to NottinghamRetford - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900
6h 7m
£31–40
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 39m
£39–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Coach ParkUkn31
6h 41m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Worksop to NottinghamWorksop - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900
6h 58m
£26–55

Retford to Towcester by train, foot, and bus

111Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

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 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Saracens Head Hotel via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 6h 41m.

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