Barnstaple to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

287.8 miles 463.1 km · straight line
384.2 miles actual route 618.3 km · driving distance
7h 3min estimated drive time
£58 - £72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Barnstaple from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Barnstaple to Newcastle upon Tyne is 287.8 miles (463.1 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNE of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.2 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. 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. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 3min £58 - £72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 28min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~6h 42min $46–$134* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barnstaple & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Barnstaple
51.08°N, 4.06°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM