Cardiff to Eastbourne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.1 miles 254.4 km · straight line
209 miles actual route 336.3 km · driving distance
4h 8min estimated drive time
£32 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Eastbourne?

The distance from Cardiff to Eastbourne is 158.1 miles (254.4 km) as the crow flies. Eastbourne is located ESE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209 miles, taking about 4h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. 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 Eastbourne. 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 Eastbourne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 8min £32 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 58min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 56min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Eastbourne

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Eastbourne
50.77°N, 0.28°E
Europe/London
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM