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

59.3 miles 95.4 km · straight line
68.2 miles actual route 109.7 km · driving distance
1h 18min estimated drive time
£10 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Peterborough, United Kingdom from Retford?

The distance from Peterborough, United Kingdom to Retford is 59.3 miles (95.4 km) as the crow flies. Retford is located NNW of Peterborough, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 68.2 miles, taking about 1h 18min. 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. 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 Peterborough, 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 Peterborough, United Kingdom to Retford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 18min £10 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 34min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Peterborough, United Kingdom & Retford

Quick Facts

Peterborough, United Kingdom
52.57°N, 0.25°W
Europe/London
12m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 420.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM