Retford to Wigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

71.4 miles 114.9 km · straight line
99.7 miles actual route 160.5 km · driving distance
2h 1min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Retford from Wigan?

The distance from Retford to Wigan is 71.4 miles (114.9 km) as the crow flies. Wigan is located WNW of Retford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.7 miles, taking about 2h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Retford and Wigan. 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 Retford to Wigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 1min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 25min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 55min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Retford & Wigan

Quick Facts

Retford
53.32°N, 0.94°W
Europe/London
19m elevation
Wigan
53.54°N, 2.64°W
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 348.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM