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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Retford is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Banbury and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbury station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Retford. However, there are services departing from Banbury and arriving at Retford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Banbury to Retford?

The distance between Banbury and Retford is 142 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £55 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Banbury to Retford bus from?

Banbury to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Retford train from?

Banbury to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Train or bus from Banbury to Retford?

The best way to get from Banbury to Retford is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Banbury to Retford bus arrive?

Banbury to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Banbury to Retford train arrive?

Banbury to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Retford is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Banbury to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Banbury to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 17m
£60–91
Drive 103.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Banbury to Retfordcar 103.1 mi
1h 56m
£26–37
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to The Wharfbus 151
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
5h 47m
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Banbury to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Newark Castletrain
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
4h 30m

Banbury to Retford by train

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Distance: 141.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Banbury to Retford via Sheffield in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Banbury to Retford Bus Station via Leamington Spa, Railway Station, Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, The Wharf, and Trent Bridge in around 5h 47m.

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