Barcelona to Exeter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

699.8 miles 1126.2 km · straight line
839.7 miles estimated 1351.4 km · driving distance
16h 54min estimated drive time
€132 - €162 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Exeter?

The distance from Barcelona to Exeter is 699.8 miles (1126.2 km) as the crow flies. Exeter is located NNW of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 839.7 miles, taking about 16h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Barcelona is in Spain, while Exeter is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Exeter. 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 Barcelona to Exeter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 54min €132 - €162 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 17min $67–$126* Budget
Train ~21h 58min $101–$294* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & Exeter

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 233 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients