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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Retford is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Retford. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Retford via Crewe, Stockport and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Chester to Retford?

The distance between Chester and Retford is 106 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Retford without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Chester to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Retford train from?

Chester to Retford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.

Where does the Chester to Retford train arrive?

Chester to Retford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Chester to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Retford is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Chester to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 345+ hotels available in Retford.

Chester to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 77 bus, and car

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Stockporttrain
2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 24m
£36–76
Drive 101.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Retfordcar 101.4 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Bus, train, line 77 bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus X30
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Olympia House to Worksop Bus Stationbus 77 / ...
6h 19m
£42–67
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 25m
£39–78

Chester to Retford by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Retford via Crewe, Stockport, and Sheffield in around 3h 24m.

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