Burnley to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.1 miles 136.9 km · straight line
114.5 miles actual route 184.2 km · driving distance
2h 28min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Burnley to Newcastle upon Tyne is 85.1 miles (136.9 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.5 miles, taking about 2h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 28min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 58min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 21min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 292.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM