Burnham-on-Sea to Exeter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.9 miles 69 km · straight line
52.7 miles actual route 84.8 km · driving distance
1h 5min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Burnham-on-Sea from Exeter?

The distance from Burnham-on-Sea to Exeter is 42.9 miles (69 km) as the crow flies. Exeter is located SSW of Burnham-on-Sea. By car, the driving distance is approximately 52.7 miles, taking about 1h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Burnham-on-Sea and Exeter. 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 Burnham-on-Sea to Exeter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 5min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 18min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Burnham-on-Sea & Exeter

Quick Facts

Burnham-on-Sea
51.24°N, 3.00°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 580.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM