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

81.6 miles 131.3 km · straight line
103 miles actual route 165.7 km · driving distance
1h 56min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Hertford from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Hertford to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 81.6 miles (131.3 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSW of Hertford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Hertford 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 Hertford to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 56min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 19min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 50min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hertford & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Hertford
51.80°N, 0.08°W
Europe/London
45m 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 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 305.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM