Leeds to Welwyn Garden City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.1 miles 239.9 km · straight line
173.9 miles actual route 279.9 km · driving distance
3h 20min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Welwyn Garden City?

The distance from Leeds to Welwyn Garden City is 149.1 miles (239.9 km) as the crow flies. Welwyn Garden City is located SSE of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173.9 miles, taking about 3h 20min. 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. 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 Leeds and Welwyn Garden City. 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 Leeds to Welwyn Garden City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 20min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 0min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 10min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Welwyn Garden City

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Welwyn Garden City
51.80°N, 0.21°W
Europe/London
92m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM