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

136 miles 218.8 km · straight line
170.6 miles actual route 274.5 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
N bearing direction

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

The distance from Gloucester, United Kingdom to Nelson, United Kingdom is 136 miles (218.8 km) as the crow flies. Nelson, United Kingdom is located N of Gloucester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.6 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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 Nelson, 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 Nelson, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 49min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $20–$60* Comfort

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

Quick Facts

Gloucester, United Kingdom
51.87°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Nelson, United Kingdom
53.83°N, 2.20°W
Europe/London
170m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM