Belfast to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.7 miles 392.2 km · straight line
368.9 miles actual route 593.7 km · driving distance
9h 52min estimated drive time
£56 - £69 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
151° SSE bearing direction

How far is Belfast from Cardiff?

The distance from Belfast to Cardiff is 243.7 miles (392.2 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located SSE of Belfast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 368.9 miles, taking about 9h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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 Belfast and Cardiff. 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 Belfast to Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 52min £56 - £69 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 50min $30–$55* Budget
Train ~9h 22min $44–$129* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Belfast & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM