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 - £75 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 - £75.

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 18m.

How far is it from Retford to Dorset?

The distance between Retford and Dorset is 277 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 18m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Retford to Dorset, including transfers.

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.

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 2463+ hotels available in Dorset.

Retford to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Retford to Dorset by train, 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 Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 18m
£106–210
Drive 210.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Dorsetcar 210.8 mi
4h 30m
£52–75
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 Moreton (Dorset)train
6h 21m
£132–307
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 22m
£129–221

Retford to Dorset by train, foot, and bus

29Weekly Services

9h 22mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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 18m.

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