What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Retford. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Retford via Liverpool Street station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Retford is 182 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Retford without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Retford train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Retford train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Retford is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Retford.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Retford?

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 354+ hotels available in Retford.

Southend-on-Sea to Retford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Retford by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 12m
£49–97
Drive 162.9 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Retfordcar 162.9 mi
2h 50m
£41–59
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southend Central to London Fenchurch Streettrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
3h 32m
£42–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Travel Centre to Bus Stationbus X30 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Retfordtrain
5h 43m
£55–80

Southend-on-Sea to Retford by train and subway

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.4 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Retford via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 12m.

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