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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Retford is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Retford station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Retford Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Retford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Retford via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Retford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Retford is 215 miles. The road distance is 208.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Retford without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Portsmouth to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Retford bus from?

Portsmouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Retford train from?

Portsmouth to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Retford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Retford is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Retford bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Retford train arrive?

Portsmouth to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Retford is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Portsmouth to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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There are 6 ways to get from Portsmouth to Retford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 1m
£66–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchangebus Ukn14
9h 7m
£36–71
Drive 207.2 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Retfordcar 207.2 mi
3h 38m
£51–74
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Eastleightrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
5h 44m
£105–258
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Horshamtrain
2. Take the train from Horsham to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 54m
£100–184
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
6h 14m
£88–330

Portsmouth to Retford by train

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Distance: 214.1 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Retford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Retford Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 in around 9h 7m.

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