Carlisle, United Kingdom to Derry, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

173.5 miles 279.3 km · straight line
216.9 miles estimated 349.1 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
£33 - £40 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Carlisle, United Kingdom from Derry, United Kingdom?

The distance from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Derry, United Kingdom is 173.5 miles (279.3 km) as the crow flies. Derry, United Kingdom is located W of Carlisle, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 216.9 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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. 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 Carlisle, United Kingdom and Derry, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Derry, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min £33 - £40 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $17–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlisle, United Kingdom & Derry, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Carlisle, United Kingdom
54.90°N, 2.94°W
Europe/London
29m elevation
Derry, United Kingdom
55.00°N, 7.31°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 143.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients