Burnley to Bury St Edmunds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

162.7 miles 261.9 km · straight line
206.7 miles actual route 332.6 km · driving distance
4h 10min estimated drive time
£31 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
130° SE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Bury St Edmunds?

The distance from Burnley to Bury St Edmunds is 162.7 miles (261.9 km) as the crow flies. Bury St Edmunds is located SE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 206.7 miles, taking about 4h 10min. 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 Burnley 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 Burnley to Bury St Edmunds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 10min £31 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 0min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Bury St Edmunds

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m 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 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 153 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM