Colchester to Northampton, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.9 miles 128.6 km · straight line
118.2 miles actual route 190.3 km · driving distance
2h 14min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from Northampton, United Kingdom?

The distance from Colchester to Northampton, United Kingdom is 79.9 miles (128.6 km) as the crow flies. Northampton, United Kingdom is located WNW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 118.2 miles, taking about 2h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Northampton, 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 Colchester to Northampton, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 14min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 41min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 7min $14–$41* Comfort

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Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 311.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM