Bury St Edmunds to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

211.5 miles 340.4 km · straight line
259.5 miles actual route 417.7 km · driving distance
4h 45min estimated drive time
£39 - £48 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Newcastle upon Tyne is 211.5 miles (340.4 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 259.5 miles, taking about 4h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bury St Edmunds and Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 45min £39 - £48 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 42min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 31min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM