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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Retford is to bus and train which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Retford is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Retford Bus Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Retford. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Retford via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Northampton to Retford?

The distance between Northampton and Retford is 205 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Northampton to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Retford bus from?

Northampton to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Retford train from?

Northampton to Retford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Retford?

The best way to get from Northampton to Retford is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Northampton to Retford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Northampton to Retford train arrive?

Northampton to Retford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Retford is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Northampton to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 18m
£62–124
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Retfordtrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 46m
£20–35
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Retfordcar 86 mi
1h 46m
£22–31
Bus, train via Peterborough
1. Take the bus from Vernon Walk to (Corby) George Street Stop Gbus X4
2. Take the bus from (Corby) George Street Stop G to Railway Stationbus X4
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 6m
£27–36
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre 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 / ...
5h 12m

Northampton to Retford by train and foot

127Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Retford via London Euston and King's Cross in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Retford Bus Station via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, The Wharf, and Trent Bridge in around 5h 12m.

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