Edinburgh to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

356.1 miles 573.1 km · straight line
424.1 miles actual route 682.6 km · driving distance
8h 11min estimated drive time
£64 - £79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
167° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Southampton?

The distance from Edinburgh to Southampton is 356.1 miles (573.1 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.1 miles, taking about 8h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 11min £64 - £79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 49min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 46min $51–$148* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM