Bury St Edmunds to Newcastle under Lyme: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134 miles 215.7 km · straight line
164 miles actual route 264 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
£25 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Newcastle under Lyme?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Newcastle under Lyme is 134 miles (215.7 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle under Lyme is located WNW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 164 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Newcastle under Lyme. 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 Newcastle under Lyme

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min £25 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 36min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $20–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Newcastle under Lyme

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
Newcastle under Lyme
53.00°N, 2.23°W
Europe/London
160m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM