Barnstaple to Crawley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

168.1 miles 270.6 km · straight line
211.5 miles actual route 340.3 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
£32 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
88° E bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Crawley?

The distance from Barnstaple to Crawley is 168.1 miles (270.6 km) as the crow flies. Crawley is located E of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211.5 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Barnstaple and Crawley. 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 Crawley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min £32 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Crawley

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Crawley
51.11°N, 0.18°W
Europe/London
84m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 148.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM