Merthyr Tydfil to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.7 miles 377.7 km · straight line
312.8 miles actual route 503.4 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
£47 - £58 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Merthyr Tydfil from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Merthyr Tydfil to Newcastle upon Tyne is 234.7 miles (377.7 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNE of Merthyr Tydfil. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.8 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min £47 - £58 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $38–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merthyr Tydfil & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Merthyr Tydfil
51.75°N, 3.38°W
Europe/London
186m 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 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM