Bury St Edmunds to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.2 miles 396.2 km · straight line
292.9 miles actual route 471.4 km · driving distance
5h 36min estimated drive time
£44 - £55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Plymouth?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Plymouth is 246.2 miles (396.2 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located WSW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 292.9 miles, taking about 5h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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 Plymouth. 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 Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 36min £44 - £55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 43min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 19min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM