Interlaken to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

512.3 miles 824.5 km · straight line
614.8 miles estimated 989.4 km · driving distance
12h 22min estimated drive time
CHF 119 - CHF 146 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
308° NW bearing direction

How far is Interlaken from Southampton?

The distance from Interlaken to Southampton is 512.3 miles (824.5 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located NW of Interlaken. By car, the driving distance is approximately 614.8 miles, taking about 12h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Interlaken is in Switzerland, while Southampton is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Interlaken and Southampton. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Interlaken to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 22min CHF 119 - CHF 146 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 50min $49–$92* Budget
Train ~16h 5min $74–$215* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Interlaken & Southampton

Quick Facts

Interlaken
46.69°N, 7.86°E
Europe/Zurich
564m 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 171 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients