Bournemouth to Bridgwater: Road Trip Guide & Distance

56.5 miles 90.9 km · straight line
80.3 miles actual route 129.3 km · driving distance
1h 55min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
300° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Bridgwater?

The distance from Bournemouth to Bridgwater is 56.5 miles (90.9 km) as the crow flies. Bridgwater is located WNW of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 80.3 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Bournemouth and Bridgwater. 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 Bournemouth to Bridgwater

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 55min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 18min $6–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 49min $10–$28* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Bridgwater

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Bridgwater
51.13°N, 3.00°W
Europe/London
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 440.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM