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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Retford is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 30m.

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 3h and costs £30 - £50.

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 Fleming Way and arriving at Retford Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

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 14m.

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 14m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m 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 National Express, depart from Fleming Way 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 14m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Swindon to Retford bus arrive?

Swindon to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, 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 3h to drive from Swindon to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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

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 Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 14m
£71–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchangebus Ukn14
8h 30m
£32–63
Drive 141.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Retfordcar 141.2 mi
3h
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 17m
£88–143
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Newark Castletrain
4. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
6h 2m

Swindon to Retford by train and subway

126Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Retford Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 8h 30m.

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