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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub via Newark Bus Station and Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Retford to Cheltenham?

The distance between Retford and Cheltenham is 146 miles. The road distance is 129.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Retford to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Retford to Cheltenham is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Retford to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Retford to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Marshalls of Sutton on Trent, arrive at Newark Bus Station.

Where does the Retford to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Cheltenham is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Retford to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Retford to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 22m
£74–111
Drive 128.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Cheltenhamcar 128.8 mi
2h 25m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hubbus Uk087
6h 53m
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 Cheltenham Spatrain
4h 35m

Retford to Cheltenham by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Cheltenham Spa via Sheffield in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Cheltenham Arle Court Transport Hub via Newark Bus Station, Nottingham station, and Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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