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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Retford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub, St Margaret's Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Retford. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Retford via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Retford?

The distance between Gloucester and Retford is 151 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Retford without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Gloucester to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Retford bus from?

Gloucester to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Retford train from?

Gloucester to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Retford?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Retford is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Gloucester to Retford bus arrive?

Gloucester to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Retford train arrive?

Gloucester to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Retford is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Gloucester to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Gloucester to Retford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 45m
£60–98
Drive 136 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Retfordcar 136 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to The Wharfbus 151
3. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
7h 15m
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
4h 38m
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Worksoptrain Nottingham - Worksop
5h 23m
£64–96

Gloucester to Retford by train

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Retford via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Retford Bus Station via Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, The Wharf, and Trent Bridge in around 7h 15m.

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