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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via The Wharf and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Retford to Cardiff?

The distance between Retford and Cardiff is 287 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £85 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Cardiff bus from?

Retford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Marshalls of Sutton on Trent, depart from Retford Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Retford to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Retford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Retford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Marshalls of Sutton on Trent, arrive at Castle Gate station.

Where does the Retford to Cardiff train arrive?

Retford to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Retford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Cardiff is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Retford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Retford to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 4m
£89–176
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Retford to Meadowhalltrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
7h 53m
£34–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gatebus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Wharf to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 151
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
7h 43m
Drive 186 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Cardiffcar 186 mi
3h 38m
£46–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
7h 58m
£79–208
Train
1. Take the train from Worksop to Nottinghamtrain Worksop - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
7h 1m
£83–135

Retford to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 285.1 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Retford to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Castle Gate, The Wharf, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 7h 43m.

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