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

220.5 miles 354.8 km · straight line
271 miles actual route 436.2 km · driving distance
5h 3min estimated drive time
£41 - £51 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
350° N bearing direction

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

The distance from Brighton, United Kingdom to York, United Kingdom is 220.5 miles (354.8 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located N of Brighton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 271 miles, taking about 5h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brighton, 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 Brighton, United Kingdom to York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 3min £41 - £51 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 4min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~4h 48min $33–$95* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°W
Europe/London
0m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM