Bordeaux to Portsmouth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

412.6 miles 664 km · straight line
495.1 miles estimated 796.8 km · driving distance
9h 58min estimated drive time
€88 - €108 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
357° N bearing direction

How far is Bordeaux from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bordeaux to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 412.6 miles (664 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located N of Bordeaux. By car, the driving distance is approximately 495.1 miles, taking about 9h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Bordeaux is in France, while Portsmouth, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bordeaux and Portsmouth, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bordeaux to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 58min €88 - €108 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 58min $40–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 28min $59–$173* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bordeaux & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bordeaux
44.84°N, 0.58°W
Europe/Paris
6m elevation
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 138 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients