Basingstoke to Bournemouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51 miles 82.1 km · straight line
58.2 miles actual route 93.6 km · driving distance
1h 11min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Basingstoke from Bournemouth?

The distance from Basingstoke to Bournemouth is 51 miles (82.1 km) as the crow flies. Bournemouth is located SW of Basingstoke. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.2 miles, taking about 1h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Basingstoke and Bournemouth. 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 Basingstoke to Bournemouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 11min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 25min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Basingstoke & Bournemouth

Quick Facts

Basingstoke
51.26°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
96m elevation
Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 488.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM