Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Newbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

80.5 miles 129.5 km · straight line
100.6 miles estimated 161.9 km · driving distance
2h 1min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Newbury?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Newbury is 80.5 miles (129.5 km) as the crow flies. Newbury is located WSW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 100.6 miles, taking about 2h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom and Newbury. 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Newbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 1min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 25min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 55min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Newbury

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m elevation
Newbury
51.40°N, 1.32°W
Europe/London
78m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 309.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients