Dunstable to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

77.4 miles 124.6 km · straight line
97.6 miles actual route 157 km · driving distance
1h 57min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Dunstable from Southampton?

The distance from Dunstable to Southampton is 77.4 miles (124.6 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located SSW of Dunstable. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97.6 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 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 Dunstable to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 57min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 20min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 51min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dunstable & Southampton

Quick Facts

Dunstable
51.89°N, 0.52°W
Europe/London
150m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 321.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM