Bideford to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

54.9 miles 88.3 km · straight line
133.7 miles actual route 215.2 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Bideford from Cardiff?

The distance from Bideford to Cardiff is 54.9 miles (88.3 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located NE of Bideford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.7 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Bideford 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 Bideford to Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bideford & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Bideford
51.02°N, 4.21°W
Europe/London
42m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 453.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM