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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Southampton is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Retford to Southampton?

The distance between Retford and Southampton is 221 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Retford to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Southampton train from?

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

Where does the Retford to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Retford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Southampton is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Retford to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Retford to Southampton - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Retford to Southampton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain York - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 28m
£72–142
Drive 195.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Retford to Southamptoncar 195.3 mi
3h 22m
£48–70
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4h 24m
£97–243
Train
1. Take the train from Worksop to Nottinghamtrain Worksop - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Southampton Centraltrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
7h 41m
£115–177
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
6h 34m
£89–334
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
5h 4m
£118–301

Retford to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

134Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Southampton Central via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 28m.

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