Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.2 miles 146.8 km · straight line
120.9 miles actual route 194.6 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
£18 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is 91.2 miles (146.8 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.9 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min £18 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 273 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM