Barnstaple to Bournemouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.1 miles 157.9 km · straight line
116.2 miles actual route 187 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Bournemouth?

The distance from Barnstaple to Bournemouth is 98.1 miles (157.9 km) as the crow flies. Bournemouth is located ESE of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116.2 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Barnstaple and Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Bournemouth

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 253.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM