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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Loughborough is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Loughborough is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford station to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Retford Bus Station and arriving at Baxter Gate via Newark Bus Station and Nottingham station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Retford to Loughborough?

The distance between Retford and Loughborough is 77 miles. The road distance is 49.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Retford to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Retford to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Retford to Loughborough is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 90 bus, which costs and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Retford to Loughborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Retford to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Loughborough is 50 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Retford to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

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Retford to Loughborough - 6 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Retford to Loughborough by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain Lincoln Central - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Loughborough (Leics)train Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2h 10m
£36–55
Drive 49.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Loughboroughcar 49.5 mi
56 min
£13–18
Line 43 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Worksop stationbus 43
2. Take the train from Worksop to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the bus from Nottingham station to Aumberry Gapbus 9
3h 23m
£17–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Retford to Loughboroughtaxi 49.5 mi
56 min
£100–130
Bus, line 90 bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Newark Bus Stationbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Bus Station to Nottingham stationbus 90
3. Take the bus from Nottingham station to Baxter Gatebus 9
3h 28m
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Briar Roadbus Sa
2. Take the bus from Briar Road to Victoria Bus Stationbus Sa
3. Take the bus from Beastmarket Hill to Aumberry Gapbus 1
3h 39m

Retford to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 76.1 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Loughborough (Leics) via Sheffield in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Retford Bus Station to Baxter Gate via Newark Bus Station and Nottingham station in around 3h 28m.

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