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

51.3 miles 82.5 km · straight line
85.9 miles actual route 138.2 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Basingstoke from Brighton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Basingstoke to Brighton, United Kingdom is 51.3 miles (82.5 km) as the crow flies. Brighton, United Kingdom is located SE of Basingstoke. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.9 miles, taking about 1h 41min. 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. 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 Basingstoke 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 Basingstoke to Brighton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 36min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basingstoke & Brighton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Basingstoke
51.26°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
96m 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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 485.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM