Brighton, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.9 miles 168.8 km · straight line
139.1 miles actual route 223.8 km · driving distance
2h 40min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Brighton, United Kingdom from Bury St Edmunds?

The distance from Brighton, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds is 104.9 miles (168.8 km) as the crow flies. Bury St Edmunds is located NNE of Brighton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.1 miles, taking about 2h 40min. 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 Brighton, United Kingdom and Bury St Edmunds. 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 Brighton, United Kingdom to Bury St Edmunds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 40min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 12min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 32min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brighton, United Kingdom & Bury St Edmunds

Quick Facts

Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM