Hemel Hempstead to Portsmouth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

71.6 miles 115.2 km · straight line
88.5 miles actual route 142.4 km · driving distance
1h 42min estimated drive time
£13 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 71.6 miles (115.2 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSW of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.5 miles, taking about 1h 42min. 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 Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 42min £13 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 2min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 37min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 347.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM