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

58.9 miles 94.8 km · straight line
73.2 miles actual route 117.8 km · driving distance
1h 29min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
84° E bearing direction

How far is Dorchester from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Dorchester to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 58.9 miles (94.8 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located E of Dorchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.2 miles, taking about 1h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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. 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 29min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 47min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Dorchester & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Dorchester
50.72°N, 2.43°W
Europe/London
55m 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 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 422.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM