Burnley to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

62.4 miles 100.4 km · straight line
79.4 miles actual route 127.8 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Retford?

The distance from Burnley to Retford is 62.4 miles (100.4 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located ESE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.4 miles, taking about 1h 57min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Retford

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°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 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 399.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM