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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Retford is to line 19 bus and line 43 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Retford is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Wellgate/Clifton Bank and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Worksop Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Retford. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Retford via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Retford?

The distance between Rotherham and Retford is 30 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Retford without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £7 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Rotherham to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Retford bus from?

Rotherham to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Wellgate/Clifton Bank station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Retford train from?

Rotherham to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.

Train or bus from Rotherham to Retford?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Retford is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £7 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 19 bus and line 43 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Rotherham to Retford bus arrive?

Rotherham to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Worksop Bus Station.

Where does the Rotherham to Retford train arrive?

Rotherham to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Retford is 21 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Rotherham to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Rotherham to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, and line 43 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to Doncastertrain Sheffield - Adwick / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Retfordtrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 19m
£8–26
Line 19 bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wellgate/Clifton Bank to Worksop Bus Stationbus 19A / ...
2. Take the bus from Worksop Bus Station to Retford Bus Stationbus 43
2h 5m
£5–7
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Retfordcar 21.4 mi
34 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Retfordtaxi 21.4 mi
34 min
£45–60

Rotherham to Retford by train

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Distance: 29.9 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Retford via Doncaster in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate/Clifton Bank to Retford Bus Station via Worksop Bus Station in around 2h 5m.

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