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

130 miles 209.2 km · straight line
146.4 miles actual route 235.6 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
£22 - £27 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Retford?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Retford is 130 miles (209.2 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located NNW of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.4 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 London, 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 London, United Kingdom to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min £22 - £27 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Retford

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m 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 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 191.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM