Birmingham, United Kingdom to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.6 miles 277.7 km · straight line
206.5 miles actual route 332.3 km · driving distance
3h 47min estimated drive time
£31 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Newcastle upon Tyne is 172.6 miles (277.7 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located N of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 206.5 miles, taking about 3h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom to Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 47min £31 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 32min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 36min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM