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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Dorset is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via The Wharf, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Retford to Dorset?

The distance between Retford and Dorset is 278 miles. The road distance is 212.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 19m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Retford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Retford to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 19m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Retford to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Dorset is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Retford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Dorset.

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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 Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 19m
£88–184
Drive 210.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Dorsetcar 210.8 mi
4h 30m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gatebus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Wharf to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G28
3. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
11h 28m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 51m
£119–287
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
9h 23m
£113–194

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Distance: 275.9 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Dorset via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Castle Gate, The Wharf, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 11h 28m.

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