Dorking to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

51.6 miles 83 km · straight line
76.2 miles actual route 122.7 km · driving distance
1h 34min estimated drive time
£12 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Dorking from Southampton?

The distance from Dorking to Southampton is 51.6 miles (83 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located WSW of Dorking. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76.2 miles, taking about 1h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Dorking 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 Dorking to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 34min £12 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 53min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Dorking & Southampton

Quick Facts

Dorking
51.23°N, 0.33°W
Europe/London
59m 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 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 482.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM