Bury St Edmunds to Manchester, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.8 miles 241.1 km · straight line
206.9 miles actual route 333 km · driving distance
3h 56min estimated drive time
£31 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Manchester, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Manchester, United Kingdom is 149.8 miles (241.1 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, United Kingdom is located NW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 206.9 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 56min £31 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 43min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 44min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Manchester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM