Gloucester, United Kingdom to Lancaster, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.4 miles 245.3 km · straight line
177.2 miles actual route 285.2 km · driving distance
3h 19min estimated drive time
£27 - £33 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is Gloucester, United Kingdom from Lancaster, United Kingdom?

The distance from Gloucester, United Kingdom to Lancaster, United Kingdom is 152.4 miles (245.3 km) as the crow flies. Lancaster, United Kingdom is located N of Gloucester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 177.2 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. 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 Gloucester, United Kingdom and Lancaster, United Kingdom. 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 Gloucester, United Kingdom to Lancaster, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 19min £27 - £33 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 59min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 9min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gloucester, United Kingdom & Lancaster, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Gloucester, United Kingdom
51.87°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Lancaster, United Kingdom
54.05°N, 2.80°W
Europe/London
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 163.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM