Birmingham, United Kingdom to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

70 miles 112.6 km · straight line
85.7 miles actual route 137.9 km · driving distance
1h 47min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Retford?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Retford is 70 miles (112.6 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located NE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.7 miles, taking about 1h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Birmingham, United Kingdom and Retford. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 47min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 8min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 42min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Retford

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Retford
53.32°N, 0.94°W
Europe/London
19m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 355.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM