Hemel Hempstead to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

71.4 miles 114.9 km · straight line
85.1 miles actual route 137 km · driving distance
1h 41min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from Southampton?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to Southampton is 71.4 miles (114.9 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located SW of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 85.1 miles, taking about 1h 41min. 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 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 Hemel Hempstead to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 41min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 1min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 36min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & Southampton

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 348.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM