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

The cheapest way to get from Retford to Sunderland is to bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Retford to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Retford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Retford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 and Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Retford and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Retford to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Retford and arriving at Sunderland via Thornaby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Retford to Sunderland?

The distance between Retford and Sunderland is 129 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Retford to Sunderland without a car is to train via Middlesbrough which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Retford to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Retford to Sunderland bus from?

Retford to Sunderland bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 station.

Where do I catch the Retford to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Retford to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Retford to Sunderland is to train via Middlesbrough which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Retford to Sunderland bus arrive?

Retford to Sunderland bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 station.

Where does the Retford to Sunderland train arrive?

Retford to Sunderland train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Thornaby station.

Can I drive from Retford to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Retford to Sunderland is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Retford to Sunderland.

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

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Retford to Sunderland - 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 Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train via Middlesbrough
best
1. Take the train from Retford to Thornabytrain London Kings Cross - Middlesbrough
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Sunderlandtrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2h 38m
£43–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk010
5h 52m
£20–29
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Retford to Sunderlandcar 124.7 mi
2h 8m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 47m
£31–90
Line 99 bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Square to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1bus 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Sunderlandtrain
4h 2m
£34–61

Retford to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 127.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Sunderland via Thornaby in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Sunderland Interchange via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B1, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, and Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange in around 5h 52m.

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