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

98.1 miles 157.8 km · straight line
121 miles actual route 194.7 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
£18 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
119° ESE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Harlow?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Harlow is 98.1 miles (157.8 km) as the crow flies. Harlow is located ESE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 121 miles, taking about 2h 16min. 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 Harlow. 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 Harlow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min £18 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Harlow

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Harlow
51.78°N, 0.11°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 254 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM