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

79 miles 127.1 km · straight line
101 miles actual route 162.5 km · driving distance
1h 58min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
198° SSW bearing direction

How far is Dunstable from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Dunstable to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 79 miles (127.1 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSW of Dunstable. By car, the driving distance is approximately 101 miles, taking about 1h 58min. 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 Dunstable 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 Dunstable to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 58min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 22min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 52min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dunstable & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 315.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM