Eastbourne to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

74.3 miles 119.6 km · straight line
86.7 miles actual route 139.6 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
278° W bearing direction

How far is Eastbourne from Southampton?

The distance from Eastbourne to Southampton is 74.3 miles (119.6 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located W of Eastbourne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 86.7 miles, taking about 1h 59min. 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 Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 53min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Eastbourne & Southampton

Quick Facts

Eastbourne
50.77°N, 0.28°E
Europe/London
8m 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 25 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 335.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM