Newquay to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

41.2 miles 66.3 km · straight line
50.8 miles actual route 81.8 km · driving distance
1h 11min estimated drive time
£8 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
93° E bearing direction

How far is Newquay from Plymouth?

The distance from Newquay to Plymouth is 41.2 miles (66.3 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located E of Newquay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 50.8 miles, taking about 1h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Newquay 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 Newquay to Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 11min £8 - £9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 25min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Newquay & Plymouth

Quick Facts

Newquay
50.41°N, 5.08°W
Europe/London
60m 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 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 604.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM