Birmingham, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156.6 miles 252 km · straight line
180.2 miles actual route 290 km · driving distance
3h 30min estimated drive time
£27 - £34 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
207° SSW bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Torquay, United Kingdom?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Torquay, United Kingdom is 156.6 miles (252 km) as the crow flies. Torquay, United Kingdom is located SSW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.2 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Torquay, United Kingdom. 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 Torquay, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 30min £27 - £34 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 12min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Torquay, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Torquay, United Kingdom
50.46°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM