Cardiff to Hayling Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.2 miles 172.6 km · straight line
156.3 miles actual route 251.6 km · driving distance
3h 7min estimated drive time
£24 - £29 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Hayling Island?

The distance from Cardiff to Hayling Island is 107.2 miles (172.6 km) as the crow flies. Hayling Island is located ESE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.3 miles, taking about 3h 7min. 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. 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 Hayling Island. 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 Hayling Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 7min £24 - £29 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 44min $13–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 58min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Hayling Island

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Hayling Island
50.78°N, 0.97°W
Europe/London
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM