Birmingham, United Kingdom to Dublin, Ireland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

191.6 miles 308.3 km · straight line
234.9 miles actual route 378.1 km · driving distance
6h 52min estimated drive time
£36 - £44 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Dublin, Ireland?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Dublin, Ireland is 191.6 miles (308.3 km) as the crow flies. Dublin, Ireland is located WNW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 234.9 miles, taking about 6h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Dublin, Ireland. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom to Dublin, Ireland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 52min £36 - £44 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 14min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~6h 31min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Dublin, Ireland

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Dublin, Ireland
53.35°N, 6.26°W
Europe/Dublin
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM