Bournemouth to Harlow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113 miles 181.8 km · straight line
137 miles actual route 220.4 km · driving distance
2h 35min estimated drive time
£21 - £26 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
49° NE bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Harlow?

The distance from Bournemouth to Harlow is 113 miles (181.8 km) as the crow flies. Harlow is located NE of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 137 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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 Bournemouth and Harlow. 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 Bournemouth to Harlow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 35min £21 - £26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 6min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 27min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Harlow

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Harlow
51.78°N, 0.11°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 220.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM