Cardiff to York, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

192.3 miles 309.5 km · straight line
241.1 miles actual route 388 km · driving distance
4h 36min estimated drive time
£37 - £45 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from Cardiff to York, United Kingdom is 192.3 miles (309.5 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.1 miles, taking about 4h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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 York, United Kingdom. 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 36min £37 - £45 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 31min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 22min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM