Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

250 miles 402.4 km · straight line
315 miles actual route 507 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
£48 - £59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
14° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Cardiff to Newcastle upon Tyne is 250 miles (402.4 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min £48 - £59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM