Nottingham to Retford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

26.9 miles 43.3 km · straight line
30.3 miles actual route 48.8 km · driving distance
53min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Retford?

The distance from Nottingham to Retford is 26.9 miles (43.3 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located NNE of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 30.3 miles, taking about 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 53min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Retford

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m 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 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 925.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM