Felixstowe to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262 miles 421.6 km · straight line
315.6 miles actual route 507.9 km · driving distance
5h 58min estimated drive time
£48 - £59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Felixstowe from Plymouth?

The distance from Felixstowe to Plymouth is 262 miles (421.6 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located WSW of Felixstowe. By car, the driving distance is approximately 315.6 miles, taking about 5h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Felixstowe and Plymouth. 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 Felixstowe to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 58min £48 - £59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 10min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 40min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Felixstowe & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Felixstowe
51.96°N, 1.35°E
Europe/London
22m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM