Doncaster to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

15.9 miles 25.6 km · straight line
20.7 miles estimated 33.3 km · driving distance
25min estimated drive time
£3 - £4 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Doncaster from Retford?

The distance from Doncaster to Retford is 15.9 miles (25.6 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located SSE of Doncaster. By car, the driving distance is approximately 20.7 miles, taking about 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Doncaster and Retford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Doncaster to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25min £3 - £4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Doncaster & Retford

Quick Facts

Doncaster
53.52°N, 1.13°W
Europe/London
19m 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 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients