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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Lincoln is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Lincoln is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Lincoln?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Retford and arriving at Lincoln Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Retford to Lincoln?

The distance between Retford and Lincoln is 26 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £10 - £18.

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

The train from Retford to Lincoln Central takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Retford to Lincoln bus from?

Retford to Lincoln bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Retford Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Retford to Lincoln is to train which takes 38 min and costs £10 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 95 bus and line 100 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Retford to Lincoln bus arrive?

Retford to Lincoln bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Retford to Lincoln train arrive?

Retford to Lincoln train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lincoln Central station.

Can I drive from Retford to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Lincoln is 21 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Retford to Lincoln.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Lincoln Centraltrain Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
38 min
£10–18
Line 95 bus, line 100 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 100 / ...
2h 9m
£6–10
Drive 21 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Lincolncar 21 mi
32 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retford to Lincolntaxi 21 mi
32 min
£45–55

Retford to Lincoln by train

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Retford to Lincoln Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park via Bus Station in around 2h 9m.

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