Cardiff to Dunstable: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.1 miles 188.5 km · straight line
148.3 miles actual route 238.7 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
£22 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
75° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Dunstable?

The distance from Cardiff to Dunstable is 117.1 miles (188.5 km) as the crow flies. Dunstable is located ENE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.3 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Cardiff and Dunstable. 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 Cardiff to Dunstable

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min £22 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 54min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Dunstable

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM