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

39.5 miles 63.5 km · straight line
51.3 miles estimated 82.6 km · driving distance
1h 2min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Grimsby, United Kingdom from Retford?

The distance from Grimsby, United Kingdom to Retford is 39.5 miles (63.5 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located WSW of Grimsby, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.3 miles, taking about 1h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Grimsby, United Kingdom 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 Grimsby, United Kingdom to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 2min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 14min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Grimsby, United Kingdom & Retford

Quick Facts

Grimsby, United Kingdom
53.57°N, 0.08°W
Europe/London
4m 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 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 631.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients