Burnley to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

165 miles 265.6 km · straight line
220.2 miles actual route 354.4 km · driving distance
4h 13min estimated drive time
£33 - £41 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Cardiff?

The distance from Burnley to Cardiff is 165 miles (265.6 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located SSW of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220.2 miles, taking about 4h 13min. 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. 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 Burnley and Cardiff. 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 Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 13min £33 - £41 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 4min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 0min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 150.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM