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

293.3 miles 472 km · straight line
351 miles actual route 564.9 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
£53 - £66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Carlisle, United Kingdom from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Carlisle, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 293.3 miles (472 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSE of Carlisle, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 351 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Carlisle, United Kingdom and Portsmouth, United Kingdom. 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 Carlisle, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min £53 - £66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $42–$123* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Carlisle, United Kingdom & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Carlisle, United Kingdom
54.90°N, 2.94°W
Europe/London
29m 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 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM