Burton upon Trent to Bury St Edmunds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

106.3 miles 171 km · straight line
141.4 miles actual route 227.6 km · driving distance
2h 36min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
110° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burton upon Trent from Bury St Edmunds?

The distance from Burton upon Trent to Bury St Edmunds is 106.3 miles (171 km) as the crow flies. Bury St Edmunds is located ESE of Burton upon Trent. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.4 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent to Bury St Edmunds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 36min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 7min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 28min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burton upon Trent & Bury St Edmunds

Quick Facts

Burton upon Trent
52.81°N, 1.64°W
Europe/London
49m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 234.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM