Oxford, United Kingdom to Scarborough: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178.2 miles 286.8 km · straight line
213.1 miles actual route 343 km · driving distance
4h 19min estimated drive time
£32 - £40 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
11° N bearing direction

How far is Oxford, United Kingdom from Scarborough?

The distance from Oxford, United Kingdom to Scarborough is 178.2 miles (286.8 km) as the crow flies. Scarborough is located N of Oxford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 213.1 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. 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. 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 Oxford, United Kingdom and Scarborough. 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 Oxford, United Kingdom to Scarborough

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 19min £32 - £40 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 11min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 6min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oxford, United Kingdom & Scarborough

Quick Facts

Oxford, United Kingdom
51.75°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Scarborough
54.28°N, 0.40°W
Europe/London
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM