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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Oxford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Oxford is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Oxford station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Gloucester Green Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Oxford?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Oxford via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Retford to Oxford?

The distance between Retford and Oxford is 205 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Retford to Oxford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Oxford bus from?

Retford to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Oxford train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Oxford?

The best way to get from Retford to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Retford to Oxford bus arrive?

Retford to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Retford to Oxford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Oxford is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Retford to Oxford.

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

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Retford to Oxford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 99 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Retford to Oxford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxfordtrain London Paddington - Oxford / ...
2h 58m
£69–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 436
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 737
6h 39m
£32–78
Drive 129.5 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Oxfordcar 129.5 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Line 99 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Oxfordtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 22m
£88–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Retford Bus Station to Castle Gatebus 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Castle to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Oxfordtrain
5h 18m

Retford to Oxford by train and subway

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Distance: 203.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Oxford via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Gloucester Green Bus Station via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 39m.

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