Cardiff to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cardiff from Southampton?

The distance from Cardiff to Southampton is 86.4 miles (139.1 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located ESE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132.8 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Southampton. 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.