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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Retford is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Retford is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Retford. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Retford via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Southport to Retford?

The distance between Southport and Retford is 104 miles. The road distance is 104.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Retford without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Southport to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Retford train from?

Southport to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Where does the Southport to Retford train arrive?

Southport to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Southport to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Retford is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Southport to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 344+ hotels available in Retford.

Southport to Retford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southport to Retford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain
3h 50m
£36–76
Drive 104.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southport to Retfordcar 104.1 mi
2h 25m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Olympia House to Worksop Bus Stationbus 77
6h 41m
£52–77

Southport to Retford by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 103.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Southport to Retford via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 3h 50m.

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