Barnstaple to Blackburn: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196 miles 315.5 km · straight line
281.9 miles actual route 453.6 km · driving distance
5h 16min estimated drive time
£43 - £53 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Blackburn?

The distance from Barnstaple to Blackburn is 196 miles (315.5 km) as the crow flies. Blackburn is located NNE of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.9 miles, taking about 5h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barnstaple and Blackburn. 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 Blackburn

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 16min £43 - £53 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 19min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 0min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Blackburn

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Blackburn
53.75°N, 2.48°W
Europe/London
121m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM