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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Retford is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Retford is to train which takes 3h and costs £85 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Retford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Retford. Services depart once daily, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Retford?

The distance between Edinburgh and Retford is 254 miles. The road distance is 229.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £85 - £120.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Retford train from?

Edinburgh to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Retford train arrive?

Edinburgh to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Retford is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 344+ hotels available in Retford.

Edinburgh to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 99 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Retford by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Retfordtrain Edinburgh - Grantham / ...
3h
£85–120
Drive 227.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Retfordcar 227.9 mi
4h 26m
£57–82
Fly, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
5h 50m
£76–176
Train, line 99 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford Bus Stationbus 99
4h 18m
£57–158
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central
5h 37m
£122–189

Edinburgh to Retford by train

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Retford, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford once daily. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 3h.

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