Accrington to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

181.2 miles 291.6 km · straight line
225.7 miles actual route 363.2 km · driving distance
4h 26min estimated drive time
£34 - £42 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
148° SSE bearing direction

How far is Accrington from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Accrington to London, United Kingdom is 181.2 miles (291.6 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located SSE of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.7 miles, taking about 4h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Accrington and London, United Kingdom. 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 Accrington to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 26min £34 - £42 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 19min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 13min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 137.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM