Cardiff to Hatfield: Road Trip Guide & Distance

128.3 miles 206.4 km · straight line
162 miles actual route 260.7 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
£25 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
80° E bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Hatfield?

The distance from Cardiff to Hatfield is 128.3 miles (206.4 km) as the crow flies. Hatfield is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Cardiff and Hatfield. 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 Cardiff to Hatfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min £25 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 43min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Hatfield

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Hatfield
51.76°N, 0.22°W
Europe/London
84m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 194.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM