Burnley to Stowmarket: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.5 miles 280.8 km · straight line
220.3 miles actual route 354.6 km · driving distance
4h 25min estimated drive time
£33 - £41 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
128° SE bearing direction

How far is Burnley from Stowmarket?

The distance from Burnley to Stowmarket is 174.5 miles (280.8 km) as the crow flies. Stowmarket is located SE of Burnley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220.3 miles, taking about 4h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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 Stowmarket. 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 Stowmarket

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 25min £33 - £41 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 18min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 12min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnley & Stowmarket

Quick Facts

Burnley
53.80°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Stowmarket
52.19°N, 1.00°E
Europe/London
32m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM