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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Watford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Watford is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £27 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Beechen Grove via Newark Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Airport Bus Station and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Watford. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Watford Junction via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Retford to Watford?

The distance between Retford and Watford is 157 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £27 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Retford to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Watford?

The best way to get from Retford to Watford is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £27 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Retford to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Watford is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Retford to Watford.

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

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Retford to Watford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 7m
£27–181
Bus, train, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
3. Take the train from Kettering to Lutontrain
4. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Beechen Grovebus 321
6h 11m
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Watfordcar 136.5 mi
2h 18m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
6h 48m

Retford to Watford by train and foot

135Weekly Services

2h 7mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £29–110 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Beechen Grove via Newark Bus Station, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Airport Bus Station, and Black Boy PH in around 6h 48m.

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