Newcastle upon Tyne to York, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.5 miles 118.3 km · straight line
89.7 miles actual route 144.4 km · driving distance
1h 46min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
163° SSE bearing direction

How far is Newcastle upon Tyne from York, United Kingdom?

The distance from Newcastle upon Tyne to York, United Kingdom is 73.5 miles (118.3 km) as the crow flies. York, United Kingdom is located SSE of Newcastle upon Tyne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 89.7 miles, taking about 1h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne and York, United Kingdom. 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 York, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 46min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 7min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 41min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newcastle upon Tyne & York, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Newcastle upon Tyne
54.98°N, 1.62°W
Europe/London
42m elevation
York, United Kingdom
53.96°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 338.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM