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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Retford is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 5m.

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 - £60.

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 Bus Station and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m 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 National Express, depart from 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 6m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Bristol to Retford bus arrive?

Bristol to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 6m
£100–143
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
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 5m
£40–91
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Retfordcar 170 mi
3h 5m
£42–60
Bus
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
6h 20m

Bristol to Retford by train

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Retford via Birmingham Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Sheffield in around 6h 5m.

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