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

195.9 miles 315.3 km · straight line
248.4 miles actual route 399.8 km · driving distance
4h 47min estimated drive time
£38 - £46 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Grimsby, United Kingdom from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Grimsby, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 195.9 miles (315.3 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSW of Grimsby, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.4 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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. 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 Grimsby, United Kingdom 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 Grimsby, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 47min £38 - £46 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 44min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 33min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grimsby, United Kingdom & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Grimsby, United Kingdom
53.57°N, 0.08°W
Europe/London
4m 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 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM