Plymouth to Tenerife: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Plymouth from Tenerife?

The distance from Plymouth to Tenerife is 1660.1 miles (2671.7 km) as the crow flies. Tenerife is located SSW of Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1992.1 miles, taking about 40h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 50min. Plymouth is in United Kingdom, while Tenerife is in Spain.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Plymouth and Tenerife. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.