The Jurassic Coast Path follows the South West Coast Path between Exmouth and Studland, covering a total distance of approximately 169 kilometres (105 miles). This forms the basis of a complete Jurassic Coast walk, although the route is typically divided into smaller sections for practical walking.
Total Distance
The full Jurassic Coast Path extends from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset. The total distance is approximately 169 kilometres (105 miles), although this may vary slightly due to route diversions caused by coastal erosion or landslips.
The route includes frequent changes in elevation, and walking times depend on both distance and terrain. Sections with repeated climbs, particularly along cliff paths, will take longer than flatter stretches.
Table of Route Distances
The table below shows distances between key points along the Jurassic Coast Path, together with cumulative distances from the starting point at Exmouth. These figures follow the official route of the South West Coast Path and provide a reference for planning stages and itineraries.
Distances are measured along the coastal path and do not include additional walking to accommodation, transport links or inland access points.
| Miles | Miles (cumulative) | |
| Exmouth | 0 | |
| Budleigh Salterton | 5.7 | 5.7 |
| Sidmouth | 7 | 12.7 |
| Branscombe | 6.7 | 19.4 |
| Beer | 2.2 | 21.6 |
| Seaton | 1.4 | 23 |
| Lyme Regis | 7.8 | 30.8 |
| Charmouth | 3.1 | 33.9 |
| Seatown | 5 | 38.9 |
| Eype | 1.8 | 40.7 |
| West Bay | 1.3 | 42 |
| Burton Bradstock | 2.3 | 44.3 |
| West Bexington | 3.3 | 47.6 |
| Abbotsbury | 3.4 | 51 |
| Weymouth (Ferrybridge) | 10.8 | 61.8 |
| Osmington Mills | 8.1 | 69.9 |
| Lulworth Cove | 6.2 | 76.1 |
| Kimmeridge | 6.9 | 83 |
| Worth Matravers | 7.3 | 90.3 |
| Swanage | 6.3 | 96.6 |
| Studland (Ferry) | 7.5 | 104.1 |
Planning Sections
When planning sections of the Jurassic Coast Path, it is important to consider both distance and elevation. Cliff-heavy sections, particularly in East Devon and parts of Dorset, involve repeated climbs and can be more demanding than distances suggest.
Access to transport, accommodation and facilities also influences how sections are chosen. Many walkers plan stages that begin and end in towns or villages with bus connections or parking.
Walking Individual Sections
The Jurassic Coast Path is well suited to walking in stages. Individual sections can be completed as day walks, allowing flexibility for those not undertaking the full route in one trip.
This approach makes the Jurassic Coast walk accessible to a wide range of abilities, from short coastal walks to full multi-day routes.