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

54.6 miles 87.9 km · straight line
72.5 miles actual route 116.7 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
101° E bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Retford?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Retford is 54.6 miles (87.9 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located E of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.5 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Retford

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 455.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM