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

77 miles 123.9 km · straight line
99.7 miles actual route 160.5 km · driving distance
1h 55min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Maidstone from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Maidstone to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 77 miles (123.9 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located WSW of Maidstone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.7 miles, taking about 1h 55min. 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 Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 55min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 18min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 49min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maidstone & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Maidstone
51.27°N, 0.52°E
Europe/London
9m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 323.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM