Alton, United Kingdom to Brighton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.9 miles 69 km · straight line
58.8 miles actual route 94.7 km · driving distance
1h 34min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Alton, United Kingdom from Brighton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Alton, United Kingdom to Brighton, United Kingdom is 42.9 miles (69 km) as the crow flies. Brighton, United Kingdom is located ESE of Alton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.8 miles, taking about 1h 34min. 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 Alton, United Kingdom and Brighton, United Kingdom. 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 Alton, United Kingdom to Brighton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 34min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 53min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Alton, United Kingdom & Brighton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Alton, United Kingdom
51.15°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
104m elevation
Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°W
Europe/London
0m 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 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 580.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM