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

107.1 miles 172.4 km · straight line
132.5 miles actual route 213.3 km · driving distance
2h 29min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
18° NNE bearing direction

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

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to York, United Kingdom is 107.1 miles (172.4 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located NNE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132.5 miles, taking about 2h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and York, 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 29min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 59min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 22min $16–$46* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM