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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Retford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Retford. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Retford via Vauxhall station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Guildford to Retford?

The distance between Guildford and Retford is 172 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Guildford to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Retford train from?

Guildford to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Retford train arrive?

Guildford to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Vauxhall station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Retford is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Guildford to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 344+ hotels available in Retford.

Guildford to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Retford by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Guildford to Vauxhalltrain Guildford - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 13m
£41–90
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Retfordcar 171.7 mi
2h 59m
£43–62
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
5h 35m
£82–288
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Redhill to Peterboroughtrain Horsham - Peterborough / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 40m
£87–101

Guildford to Retford by train and subway

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Retford via Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 13m.

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