Newcastle upon Tyne to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

335.1 miles 539.3 km · straight line
409.2 miles actual route 658.5 km · driving distance
7h 28min estimated drive time
£62 - £76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
199° SSW bearing direction

How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from Plymouth?

The distance from Newcastle upon Tyne to Plymouth is 335.1 miles (539.3 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located SSW of Newcastle upon Tyne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 409.2 miles, taking about 7h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Newcastle upon Tyne and Plymouth. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 28min £62 - £76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 58min $33–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 6min $49–$143* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newcastle upon Tyne & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 112 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 74.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM