Birmingham, United Kingdom to Hemel Hempstead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.3 miles 127.7 km · straight line
94.9 miles actual route 152.8 km · driving distance
1h 45min estimated drive time
£14 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
129° SE bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Hemel Hempstead?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Hemel Hempstead is 79.3 miles (127.7 km) as the crow flies. Hemel Hempstead is located SE of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94.9 miles, taking about 1h 45min. 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 Hemel Hempstead. 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 Hemel Hempstead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 45min £14 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 6min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 40min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Hemel Hempstead

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 313.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM