Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Leicester from Newcastle upon Tyne?
The distance from Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne is 162.9 miles (262.2 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located N of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.9 miles, taking about 3h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Newcastle upon Tyne
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 54 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
- You could travel this distance about 152.8 times to circle the Earth's equator