Cardiff to Larne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

257.1 miles 413.7 km · straight line
391.4 miles actual route 629.9 km · driving distance
10h 20min estimated drive time
£59 - £73 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Larne?

The distance from Cardiff to Larne is 257.1 miles (413.7 km) as the crow flies. Larne is located NNW of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 391.4 miles, taking about 10h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Cardiff and Larne. 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 Larne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 20min £59 - £73 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 24min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~9h 49min $47–$137* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Larne

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Larne
54.85°N, 5.82°W
Europe/London
4m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM