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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Pontefract to Retford

Cheapest
39 min
Car
51 km.
from $2
Other
1 h 51 min
45 km.
from $100.40
2 h 49 min
46 km.
Select a ticket
2 h 56 min
Bus, Train
46 km.
from $15.82
3 h 49 min
46 km.
from $12.28

Transport providers

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.58–$40.50

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60
Train from Doncaster to Retford
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Wakefield
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.70–$7.59
Train from Wakefield Westgate to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.13
Train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Retford
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Hull Trains

Phone:
+44 345 071 0222
Website:
hulltrains.co.uk/
Train from Doncaster to Retford
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

Bus operators

Stagecoach East Midlands

Phone:
0345 605 0 605
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3 to Retford
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.86

Arriva Yorkshire

Phone:
+44 344 800 4411
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire/
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Kirkgate
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66–$3.80

Stagecoach Yorkshire

Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.06–$6.96
Bus from Barnsley Interchange/A19 to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.81–$6.20

R & S Waterson

Phone:
01977 610773
Email:
Website:
watersonbusandcoach.co.uk/
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Bus
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Globe Coaches

Phone:
01685 873622
Email:
Website:
globeholidays.co.uk/Bus-Services
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Bus
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Valley Gardens B to Barnsley
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Barnsley Interchange/A19 to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Retford is to bus and line 99 bus via Barnsley Interchange/A19 which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Retford is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Retford?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Retford station. However, there are services departing from Valley Gardens B and arriving at Retford Bus Station via Barnsley Interchange/A19 and Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Retford?

No, there is no direct train from Pontefract to Retford. However, there are services departing from Pontefract Tanshelf and arriving at Retford via Wakefield Westgate and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Retford?

The distance between Pontefract and Retford is 74 km. The road distance is 52.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Retford without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs $20.65 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Pontefract to Retford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Retford bus from?

Pontefract to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, depart from Valley Gardens B station.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Retford train from?

Pontefract to Retford train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Pontefract Tanshelf station.

Train or bus from Pontefract to Retford?

The best way to get from Pontefract to Retford is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs $20.65 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 99 bus, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Pontefract to Retford bus arrive?

Pontefract to Retford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Yorkshire, arrive at Barnsley Interchange/A12 station.

Where does the Pontefract to Retford train arrive?

Pontefract to Retford train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.

Can I drive from Pontefract to Retford?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Retford is 53 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Pontefract to Retford.

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

Book your Pontefract to Retford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Retford?

There are 250+ hotels available in Retford. Prices start at $49.04 per night.
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