Bridgwater to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72 miles 115.9 km · straight line
84.3 miles actual route 135.7 km · driving distance
1h 38min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
224° SW bearing direction

How far is Bridgwater from Plymouth?

The distance from Bridgwater to Plymouth is 72 miles (115.9 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located SW of Bridgwater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 84.3 miles, taking about 1h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Bridgwater and Plymouth. 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 Bridgwater to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 38min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 58min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 33min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgwater & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Bridgwater
51.13°N, 3.00°W
Europe/London
15m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 345.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM