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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Birmingham is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Retford to Birmingham?

The distance between Retford and Birmingham is 99 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Retford to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Birmingham bus from?

Retford to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from The Square station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Retford to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 99 bus and bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Retford to Birmingham bus arrive?

Retford to Birmingham bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Retford to Birmingham train arrive?

Retford to Birmingham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Retford to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Birmingham is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Retford to Birmingham.

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

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Retford to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2h 12m
£49–77
Drive 81.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Birminghamcar 81.3 mi
1h 41m
£20–29
Line 99 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 152
4h 30m
£21–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gatebus 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
3h 35m

Retford to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Birmingham New Street via Sheffield in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Birmingham Coach Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 in around 4h 30m.

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