Falmouth to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169.3 miles 272.4 km · straight line
209.2 miles actual route 336.7 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
£32 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
71° ENE bearing direction

How far is Falmouth from Southampton?

The distance from Falmouth to Southampton is 169.3 miles (272.4 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located ENE of Falmouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209.2 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Falmouth 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 Falmouth to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min £32 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Falmouth & Southampton

Quick Facts

Falmouth
50.15°N, 5.07°W
Europe/London
34m 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 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 147.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM