Bridgend to Burnley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

168.2 miles 270.7 km · straight line
235.6 miles actual route 379.1 km · driving distance
4h 28min estimated drive time
£36 - £44 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bridgend from Burnley?

The distance from Bridgend to Burnley is 168.2 miles (270.7 km) as the crow flies. Burnley is located NNE of Bridgend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 235.6 miles, taking about 4h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Bridgend and Burnley. 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 Bridgend to Burnley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 28min £36 - £44 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 22min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 15min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgend & Burnley

Quick Facts

Bridgend
51.51°N, 3.58°W
Europe/London
23m elevation
Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 148 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM