Basingstoke to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.5 miles 147.2 km · straight line
113.5 miles actual route 182.6 km · driving distance
2h 20min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
280° W bearing direction

How far is Basingstoke from Cardiff?

The distance from Basingstoke to Cardiff is 91.5 miles (147.2 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located W of Basingstoke. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.5 miles, taking about 2h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Cardiff. 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 Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 20min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 48min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 13min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basingstoke & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Basingstoke
51.26°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
96m elevation
Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 272.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM