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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Retford is to bus via Bristol which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Retford is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Retford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Retford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Retford via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Retford?

The distance between Plymouth and Retford is 367 miles. The road distance is 285.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Plymouth to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Retford bus from?

Plymouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Retford train from?

Plymouth to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Retford?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Retford is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Plymouth to Retford bus arrive?

Plymouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Retford train arrive?

Plymouth to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Retford is 285 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Plymouth to Retford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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Plymouth to Retford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
5h 32m
£139–274
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
11h 1m
£29–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
9h 55m
£63–147
Drive 283.5 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Retfordcar 283.5 mi
4h 56m
£69–100
Train to Exeter, fly, train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 25m
£127–257
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Sheffieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 12m
£169–239
Train, line 57 bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
8h 10m
£100–238

Plymouth to Retford by train and subway

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 364.8 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Retford via Birmingham Coach Station, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Sheffield in around 9h 55m.

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