Dunstable to Hemel Hempstead: Road Trip Guide & Distance

9.6 miles 15.5 km · straight line
12.6 miles estimated 20.2 km · driving distance
15min estimated drive time
£2 - £2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Dunstable from Hemel Hempstead?

The distance from Dunstable to Hemel Hempstead is 9.6 miles (15.5 km) as the crow flies. Hemel Hempstead is located SSE of Dunstable. By car, the driving distance is approximately 12.6 miles, taking about 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Dunstable and Hemel Hempstead. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Dunstable to Hemel Hempstead

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15min £2 - £2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Dunstable & Hemel Hempstead

Quick Facts

Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m elevation
Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients