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

93.8 miles 150.9 km · straight line
118.1 miles actual route 190.1 km · driving distance
2h 17min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
206° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Southampton?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Southampton is 93.8 miles (150.9 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located SSW of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.1 miles, taking about 2h 17min. 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 Bedford, United Kingdom and Southampton. 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 Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 17min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 44min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 10min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Southampton

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m 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 265.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM