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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Retford is to line 425 bus and line 99 bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange Bus Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Retford via Leeds and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Bradford to Retford?

The distance between Bradford and Retford is 56 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Retford without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 2h 4m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Bradford to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Retford bus from?

Bradford to Retford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bradford Interchange Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Retford train from?

Bradford to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.

Train or bus from Bradford to Retford?

The best way to get from Bradford to Retford is to train via Doncaster which takes 2h 4m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 425 bus and line 99 bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Bradford to Retford bus arrive?

Bradford to Retford bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wakefield Bus Station.

Where does the Bradford to Retford train arrive?

Bradford to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Retford is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Bradford to Retford.

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

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Bradford to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 425 bus, and line 99 bus

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Leedstrain Halifax - Hull / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 4m
£15–32
Line 425 bus, line 99 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 425
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99
3h 41m
£11–21
Drive 55.8 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Retfordcar 55.8 mi
1h 6m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
2h 59m
£23–45

Bradford to Retford by train

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Distance: 56 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Retford via Leeds and Doncaster in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Retford Bus Station via Wakefield Bus Station, Wakefield Westgate, Doncaster, and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 3h 41m.

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