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

110.9 miles 178.5 km · straight line
143 miles actual route 230.2 km · driving distance
2h 43min estimated drive time
£22 - £27 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
169° S bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Southampton?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Southampton is 110.9 miles (178.5 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located S of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Southampton. 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 Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 43min £22 - £27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 16min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 35min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Southampton

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM