Leeds to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

41.4 miles 66.6 km · straight line
51.4 miles actual route 82.8 km · driving distance
1h 5min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
143° SE bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Retford?

The distance from Leeds to Retford is 41.4 miles (66.6 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located SE of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 51.4 miles, taking about 1h 5min. 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. 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 5min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 18min $4–$8* Budget

At 51.4 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 601.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM