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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Retford is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Retford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Bristol to Retford?

The distance between Bristol and Retford is 189 miles. The road distance is 171 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Retford without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Bristol to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Retford bus from?

Bristol to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Retford train from?

Bristol to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Retford?

The best way to get from Bristol to Retford is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Bristol to Retford bus arrive?

Bristol to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Bristol to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Retford is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bristol to Retford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Bristol to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 7m
£80–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
5h 58m
£26–40
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Retfordcar 170 mi
3h 5m
£42–61
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
6h 22m
£33–57

Bristol to Retford by train

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Retford via Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, and Doncaster in around 5h 58m.

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