Birmingham, United Kingdom to Bournemouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122.1 miles 196.5 km · straight line
170.9 miles actual route 275.1 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
180° S bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Bournemouth?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Bournemouth is 122.1 miles (196.5 km) as the crow flies. Bournemouth is located S of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.9 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 48min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $21–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Bournemouth

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 203.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM