Cardiff to Scarborough: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.2 miles 362.5 km · straight line
270.6 miles actual route 435.5 km · driving distance
5h 20min estimated drive time
£41 - £51 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
30° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Scarborough?

The distance from Cardiff to Scarborough is 225.2 miles (362.5 km) as the crow flies. Scarborough is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 270.6 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 Scarborough. 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 Scarborough

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 20min £41 - £51 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 24min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 4min $32–$95* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Scarborough

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Scarborough
54.28°N, 0.40°W
Europe/London
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM