Bedford, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.1 miles 154.7 km · straight line
121.5 miles actual route 195.6 km · driving distance
2h 17min estimated drive time
£18 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 96.1 miles (154.7 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSW of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121.5 miles, taking about 2h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bedford, United Kingdom and Portsmouth, 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 Bedford, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 17min £18 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 44min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 10min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m elevation
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 259 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM