Barnstaple to Belfast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.3 miles 410.8 km · straight line
503.2 miles actual route 809.8 km · driving distance
11h 36min estimated drive time
£76 - £94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Belfast?

The distance from Barnstaple to Belfast is 255.3 miles (410.8 km) as the crow flies. Belfast is located NNW of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 503.2 miles, taking about 11h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barnstaple and Belfast. 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 Barnstaple to Belfast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 36min £76 - £94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 55min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~11h 1min $60–$176* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Belfast

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM