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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Retford is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Retford is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Retford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Retford via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Leicester to Retford?

The distance between Leicester and Retford is 89 miles. The road distance is 54.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Retford without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Leicester to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Retford bus from?

Leicester to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Retford train from?

Leicester to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Retford?

The best way to get from Leicester to Retford is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Leicester to Retford bus arrive?

Leicester to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Wharf station.

Where does the Leicester to Retford train arrive?

Leicester to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Retford is 54 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Leicester to Retford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Retford?

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Leicester to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 28m
£42–63
Drive 54.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Retfordcar 54.1 mi
59 min
£14–20
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to The Wharfbus 151
2. Take the bus from Trent Bridge to Retford Bus Stationbus 37 / ...
3h 2m
Bus, line 8 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Windsor Streetbus 5A / ...
2. Take the bus from St Mary's Way to Bus Stationbus 8 / ...
3. Take the train from Grantham to Retfordtrain
4h 4m
£14–22

Leicester to Retford by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Retford via Sheffield in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Retford Bus Station via The Wharf and Trent Bridge in around 3h 2m.

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