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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Plymouth is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Plymouth is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Plymouth via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Retford to Plymouth?

The distance between Retford and Plymouth is 318 miles. The road distance is 282.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Retford to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Plymouth bus from?

Retford to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Plymouth train from?

Retford to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Retford to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Retford to Plymouth is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Retford to Plymouth bus arrive?

Retford to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Retford to Plymouth train arrive?

Retford to Plymouth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Retford to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Plymouth is 282 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Retford to Plymouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 34m
£128–204
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
11h 20m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 104 / ...
10h 22m
£55–94
Drive 280.7 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Plymouthcar 280.7 mi
5h 4m
£70–101

Retford to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 316.6 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Plymouth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Retford to Plymouth Coach Station via Sheffield, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 22m.

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