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

139.9 miles 225.2 km · straight line
185.6 miles actual route 298.7 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
£28 - £35 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
329° NNW bearing direction

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

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to York, United Kingdom is 139.9 miles (225.2 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located NNW of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.6 miles, taking about 3h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 York, 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min £28 - £35 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 178 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM