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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Retford is to line 56 bus and bus and train which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Skegness and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Skegness station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Interchange Shelter and Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Retford. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Retford via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Skegness to Retford?

The distance between Skegness and Retford is 91 miles. The road distance is 62.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Skegness to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Retford bus from?

Skegness to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Retford train from?

Skegness to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Train or bus from Skegness to Retford?

The best way to get from Skegness to Retford is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 56 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Skegness to Retford bus arrive?

Skegness to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Interchange Shelter station.

Where does the Skegness to Retford train arrive?

Skegness to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Retford is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Skegness to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Skegness to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain Skegness - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - Hull / ...
2h 48m
£31–94
Line 56 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchange Shelterbus 56
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus 56
3. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Retfordtrain
3h 28m
£11–15
Drive 62.1 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Retfordcar 62.1 mi
1h 23m
£16–22
Line 56 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchange Shelterbus 56
2. Take the bus from Interchange Shelter to Central Bus Stationbus 56
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Retford Bus Stationbus 2
4h 30m

Skegness to Retford by train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Skegness to Retford.

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Distance: 90.7 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Retford via Grantham in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Retford Bus Station via Interchange Shelter and Central Bus Station in around 4h 30m.

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