King's Lynn to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.3 miles 280.5 km · straight line
212.4 miles actual route 341.9 km · driving distance
4h 7min estimated drive time
£32 - £40 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is King's Lynn from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from King's Lynn to Newcastle upon Tyne is 174.3 miles (280.5 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNW of King's Lynn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.4 miles, taking about 4h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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 King's Lynn 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 King's Lynn to Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 7min £32 - £40 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 56min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 55min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between King's Lynn & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

King's Lynn
52.75°N, 0.40°E
Europe/London
10m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM