Colchester to Hailsham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

76.2 miles 122.7 km · straight line
103.1 miles actual route 165.9 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Hailsham?

The distance from Colchester to Hailsham is 76.2 miles (122.7 km) as the crow flies. Hailsham is located SSW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.1 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 Colchester and Hailsham. 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 Colchester to Hailsham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & Hailsham

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Hailsham
50.86°N, 0.26°E
Europe/London
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 326.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM