Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull: Road Trip Guide & Distance

196.7 miles 316.5 km · straight line
246.5 miles actual route 396.7 km · driving distance
4h 38min estimated drive time
£37 - £46 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
36° NE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Kingston upon Hull?

The distance from Cardiff to Kingston upon Hull is 196.7 miles (316.5 km) as the crow flies. Kingston upon Hull is located NE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.5 miles, taking about 4h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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 Kingston upon Hull. 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 Kingston upon Hull

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 38min £37 - £46 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 34min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 24min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Kingston upon Hull

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Kingston upon Hull
53.74°N, 0.34°W
Europe/London
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM