Bedford, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

188.1 miles 302.7 km · straight line
235.1 miles estimated 378.4 km · driving distance
4h 44min estimated drive time
£36 - £44 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Durham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom is 188.1 miles (302.7 km) as the crow flies. Durham, United Kingdom is located NNW of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.1 miles, taking about 4h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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. 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. 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 Bedford, United Kingdom and Durham, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bedford, United Kingdom to Durham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 44min £36 - £44 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 41min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 30min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Durham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m elevation
Durham, United Kingdom
54.78°N, 1.57°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients