Chatham, United Kingdom to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

89.8 miles 144.5 km · straight line
114.8 miles actual route 184.7 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, United Kingdom from Southampton?

The distance from Chatham, United Kingdom to Southampton is 89.8 miles (144.5 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located WSW of Chatham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.8 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Chatham, United Kingdom 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.

How to Get from Chatham, United Kingdom to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, United Kingdom & Southampton

Quick Facts

Chatham, United Kingdom
51.38°N, 0.53°E
Europe/London
21m elevation
Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 277.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM