Arbroath to Redcar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147.1 miles 236.8 km · straight line
183.9 miles estimated 296 km · driving distance
3h 42min estimated drive time
£28 - £34 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Arbroath from Redcar?

The distance from Arbroath to Redcar is 147.1 miles (236.8 km) as the crow flies. Redcar is located SSE of Arbroath. By car, the driving distance is approximately 183.9 miles, taking about 3h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Arbroath and Redcar. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Arbroath to Redcar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 42min £28 - £34 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 26min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 31min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arbroath & Redcar

Quick Facts

Arbroath
56.56°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
Redcar
54.62°N, 1.06°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 169.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients