Bishops Stortford to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.4 miles 82.8 km · straight line
64.7 miles actual route 104.2 km · driving distance
1h 29min estimated drive time
£10 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Bishops Stortford from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bishops Stortford to Northampton, United Kingdom is 51.4 miles (82.8 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located WNW of Bishops Stortford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 64.7 miles, taking about 1h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Bishops Stortford and Northampton, 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 Bishops Stortford to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 29min £10 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 47min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Bishops Stortford & Northampton, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bishops Stortford
51.87°N, 0.16°E
Europe/London
70m elevation
Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 484 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM