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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Retford is to car ferry and drive which costs £65 - £140 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Retford is to Eurotunnel and drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £160 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Retford. However, there are services departing from Les Fontinettes and arriving at Retford via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Calais to Retford?

The distance between Calais and Retford is 371 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Retford without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Calais to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Retford train from?

Calais to Retford train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Frethun station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Retford?

Retford is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 11:03 PM in Calais and 10:03 PM in Retford.

Where does the Calais to Retford train arrive?

Calais to Retford train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 345+ hotels available in Retford.

Calais to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, and Eurotunnel

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There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Retford by train (Eurostar), car ferry, bus, train, car train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain
5h 39m
£119–210
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Retfordcar
5h 9m
£69–134
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain
8h 3m
£71–152
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain le shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Retfordcar
4h 18m
£168–194
Car ferry, bus, train via Peterborough
1. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the train from London Blackfriars to Peterboroughtrain
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
9h
£90–179

Calais to Retford by train

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Distance: 369 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Les Fontinettes to Retford via Calais Frethun, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 5h 39m.

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