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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Retford is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £20 - £80 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Newark Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Retford. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Swindon to Retford?

The distance between Swindon and Retford is 219 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 17m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Swindon to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Retford bus from?

Swindon to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Retford train from?

Swindon to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Retford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Retford is to train via London which takes 3h 17m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £20 - £80 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Swindon to Retford bus arrive?

Swindon to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Retford train arrive?

Swindon to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Retford is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Swindon to Retford.

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

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Swindon to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London PaddingtonBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to RetfordLondon Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 17m
£54–214
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus StationUk900
8h 24m
£21–76
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Retford141.1 mi
2h 59m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
5h 17m
£88–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
9h 16m
£27–53

Swindon to Retford by train and subway

124Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Retford Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Newark Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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