Birmingham, United Kingdom to Bishops Stortford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.7 miles 155.6 km · straight line
122.8 miles actual route 197.7 km · driving distance
2h 17min estimated drive time
£19 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Bishops Stortford?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Bishops Stortford is 96.7 miles (155.6 km) as the crow flies. Bishops Stortford is located ESE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122.8 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. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Bishops Stortford. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom to Bishops Stortford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 17min £19 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 44min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 10min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Bishops Stortford

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Bishops Stortford
51.87°N, 0.16°E
Europe/London
70m 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 257.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM