Peterborough, United Kingdom to Rugeley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72 miles 115.8 km · straight line
98.2 miles actual route 158.1 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
281° W bearing direction

How far is Peterborough, United Kingdom from Rugeley?

The distance from Peterborough, United Kingdom to Rugeley is 72 miles (115.8 km) as the crow flies. Rugeley is located W of Peterborough, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.2 miles, taking about 1h 59min. 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. 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 Peterborough, United Kingdom and Rugeley. 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 Peterborough, United Kingdom to Rugeley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Peterborough, United Kingdom & Rugeley

Quick Facts

Peterborough, United Kingdom
52.57°N, 0.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Rugeley
52.76°N, 1.94°W
Europe/London
78m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 346.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM