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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Bristol is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Bristol is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Retford to Bristol?

The distance between Retford and Bristol is 191 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Retford to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Bristol bus from?

Retford to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Bristol?

The best way to get from Retford to Bristol is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Retford to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Bristol is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Retford to Bristol.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 14m
£99–147
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
6h 5m
£39–92
Drive 166.7 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Bristolcar 166.7 mi
3h 12m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
6h 46m

Retford to Bristol by train

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Bristol Temple Meads via Sheffield in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Retford to Bus Station via Sheffield, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 5m.

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