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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Retford is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Retford is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Trent Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Retford via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Retford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Retford is 250 miles. The road distance is 223 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Retford without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Bournemouth to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Retford bus from?

Bournemouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Retford train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Retford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Retford is to train via London which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Retford bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Retford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Retford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Retford is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Bournemouth to Retford.

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

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Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 354+ hotels available in Retford.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Retfordtrain London Kings Cross - York / ...
4h 25m
£68–148
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
9h 41m
£48–78
Drive 221.7 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Retfordcar 221.7 mi
3h 45m
£55–80
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
5h 53m
£113–176

Bournemouth to Retford by train, subway, and foot

121Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.3 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Retford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Retford Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Nottingham, Newark Castle, and Trent Bridge in around 9h 41m.

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