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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Spalding and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Spalding to Retford. However, there are services departing from Spalding and arriving at Retford via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Spalding to Retford?

The distance between Spalding and Retford is 79 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Spalding to Retford without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Spalding to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spalding to Retford train from?

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

Where does the Spalding to Retford train arrive?

Spalding to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Spalding to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Spalding to Retford is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Spalding to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 310+ hotels available in Retford.

Spalding to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Spalding to Retford 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
best
1. Take the train from Spalding to PeterboroughLincoln Central - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
1h 56m
£24–39
Drive 60.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Spalding to Retford60.4 mi
1h 15m
£16–22
Line 37 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chancery Court to Queensgate Bus Stn37
2. Take the train from Peterborough to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
2h 44m
£18–29
Train via Lincoln Central
1. Take the train from Spalding to Lincoln CentralPeterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to RetfordLincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2h 11m
£19–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Spalding to Lincoln CentralPeterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Retford Bus Station2
3h 12m

Spalding to Retford by train

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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You can take a train from Spalding to Retford via Peterborough in around 1h 56m.

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