Edinburgh to Thornaby-on-Tees: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.1 miles 198.1 km · straight line
159.3 miles actual route 256.3 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
142° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Thornaby-on-Tees?

The distance from Edinburgh to Thornaby-on-Tees is 123.1 miles (198.1 km) as the crow flies. Thornaby-on-Tees is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.3 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Thornaby-on-Tees. 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 Thornaby-on-Tees

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 54min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Thornaby-on-Tees

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Thornaby-on-Tees
54.53°N, 1.30°W
Europe/London
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 202.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM