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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Bradford is to line 99 bus and line 425 bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Bradford is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Bradford?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Hall Lane via Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Bradford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Retford and arriving at Bradford Forster Square. Services depart once daily, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Retford to Bradford?

The distance between Retford and Bradford is 61 miles. The road distance is 56.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Bradford without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £20 - £29.

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

The train from Retford to Bradford Forster Square takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Retford to Bradford bus from?

Retford to Bradford bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Retford Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Bradford train from?

Retford to Bradford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.

Train or bus from Retford to Bradford?

The best way to get from Retford to Bradford is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £20 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 99 bus and line 425 bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Retford to Bradford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Bradford train arrive?

Retford to Bradford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Bradford Forster Square station.

Can I drive from Retford to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Bradford is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Retford to Bradford.

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

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Retford to Bradford - 6 ways to travel via train, line 99 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Bradford Forster Squaretrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
1h 15m
£20–29
Line 99 bus, line 425 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 99
2. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Hall Lanebus 425
2h 57m
£10–21
Line 99 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Leedstrain
3. Take the bus from City Square D to Cathedral Tbus X11
2h 35m
Drive 56.4 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Bradfordcar 56.4 mi
1h 5m
£14–21
Train via Doncaster
1. Take the train from Retford to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Bradford Interchangetrain
1h 26m
£15–34
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Retford to Leedstrain Lincoln Central - Leeds
2h 12m
£23–43

Retford to Bradford by train

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Distance: 60.2 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to Bradford Forster Square once daily. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Hall Lane via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster, Wakefield Westgate, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 2h 57m.

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