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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £85 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Retford and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Retford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Retford and Edinburgh is 254 miles. The road distance is 229.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £85 - £120.

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

The train from Retford to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Retford to Edinburgh train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Edinburgh train arrive?

Retford to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Retford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Edinburgh is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Retford to Edinburgh.

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

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Retford to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Retford to Edinburgh by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 1m
£85–120
Train via Doncaster
cheapest
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 34m
£53–168
Drive 227.9 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Edinburghcar 227.9 mi
4h 26m
£57–82
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 12m
£77–181
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 19m
£118–194
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
5h 3m
£117–363
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
5h 4m
£76–219
Train, train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Retford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
5h 52m
£81–194

Retford to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 3h 1m.

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