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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Retford is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Retford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Retford via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Southampton to Retford?

The distance between Southampton and Retford is 221 miles. The road distance is 196.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Southampton to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Retford train from?

Southampton to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Retford train arrive?

Southampton to Retford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Retford is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Southampton to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 349+ hotels available in Retford.

Southampton to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 48m
£58–126
Drive 195.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Retfordcar 195.1 mi
3h 23m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Leeds / ...
5h 23m
£101–157
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from WestQuay to The Hard Interchangebus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horshamtrain
3. Take the train from Horsham to Peterboroughtrain
4. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
8h 13m
£110–157

Southampton to Retford by train, subway, and foot

126Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Retford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 48m.

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