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

137.3 miles 221 km · straight line
177 miles actual route 284.9 km · driving distance
3h 19min estimated drive time
£27 - £33 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Brighton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Brighton, United Kingdom is 137.3 miles (221 km) as the crow flies. Brighton, United Kingdom is located SE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 177 miles, taking about 3h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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 Brighton, 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom to Brighton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 19min £27 - £33 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 59min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 9min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Brighton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 181.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM