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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Retford is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Retford. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Retford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Retford?

The distance between Preston and Retford is 97 miles. The road distance is 97.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £28 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Preston to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Retford bus from?

Preston to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Retford train from?

Preston to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Retford?

The best way to get from Preston to Retford is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Preston to Retford bus arrive?

Preston to Retford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Retford train arrive?

Preston to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Retford is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Preston to Retford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 27m
£28–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
5h 48m
£14–25
Drive 96.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Retfordcar 96.9 mi
2h 6m
£24–35

Preston to Retford by train

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Distance: 96.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Retford via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Meadowhall Interchange/C2, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2, and Doncaster in around 5h 48m.

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