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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Retford is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Retford is to train which takes 3h and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Retford. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Retford via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Canterbury to Retford?

The distance between Canterbury and Retford is 209 miles. The road distance is 201.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Canterbury to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Retford train from?

Canterbury to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Where does the Canterbury to Retford train arrive?

Canterbury to Retford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Retford is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Canterbury to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 345+ hotels available in Retford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h
£76–138
Drive 200.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Canterbury to Retfordcar 200.6 mi
3h 21m
£49–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 41m
£55–103
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
4h 15m
£92–173

Canterbury to Retford by train

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Distance: 208.2 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Retford via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 3h.

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