Middlesbrough to Newcastle upon Tyne: Road Trip Guide & Distance

31.7 miles 51 km · straight line
40.1 miles actual route 64.5 km · driving distance
52min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Middlesbrough from Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance from Middlesbrough to Newcastle upon Tyne is 31.7 miles (51 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle upon Tyne is located NNW of Middlesbrough. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40.1 miles, taking about 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Newcastle upon Tyne

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 52min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Middlesbrough & Newcastle upon Tyne

Quick Facts

Middlesbrough
54.58°N, 1.23°W
Europe/London
15m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 785.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM