Newcastle under Lyme to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

57.9 miles 93.2 km · straight line
84.2 miles actual route 135.5 km · driving distance
1h 47min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
67° ENE bearing direction

How far is Newcastle under Lyme from Retford?

The distance from Newcastle under Lyme to Retford is 57.9 miles (93.2 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located ENE of Newcastle under Lyme. By car, the driving distance is approximately 84.2 miles, taking about 1h 47min. 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 Newcastle under Lyme 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 Newcastle under Lyme to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 47min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 8min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 42min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newcastle under Lyme & Retford

Quick Facts

Newcastle under Lyme
53.00°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
160m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 430 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM