Bury St Edmunds to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.2 miles 280.3 km · straight line
229 miles actual route 368.6 km · driving distance
4h 18min estimated drive time
£35 - £43 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Cardiff?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Cardiff is 174.2 miles (280.3 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located WSW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 229 miles, taking about 4h 18min. 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. 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 Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds to Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 18min £35 - £43 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 10min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 5min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM