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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Retford is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Retford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Retford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Retford?

The distance between Birmingham and Retford is 99 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £50 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Birmingham to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Retford bus from?

Birmingham to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Retford train from?

Birmingham to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Retford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Retford is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Birmingham to Retford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where does the Birmingham to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Retford is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Birmingham to Retford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Retford?

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Birmingham to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 99 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 22m
£50–74
Bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 152
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99 / ...
4h 38m
£21–49
Drive 82.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Retfordcar 82.6 mi
1h 40m
£21–29
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Newark Castletrain
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
4h 11m

Birmingham to Retford by train

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Retford via Sheffield in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Retford Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 4h 38m.

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