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

79.8 miles 128.4 km · straight line
91.2 miles actual route 146.7 km · driving distance
1h 43min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
125° SE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Harpenden?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Harpenden is 79.8 miles (128.4 km) as the crow flies. Harpenden is located SE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.2 miles, taking about 1h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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. 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 Harpenden. 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 Harpenden

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 43min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 4min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 38min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Harpenden

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Harpenden
51.82°N, 0.36°W
Europe/London
107m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 312.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM