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

191.6 miles 308.4 km · straight line
242.1 miles actual route 389.7 km · driving distance
4h 34min estimated drive time
£37 - £45 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
165° SSE bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Portsmouth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom is 191.6 miles (308.4 km) as the crow flies. Portsmouth, United Kingdom is located SSE of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 242.1 miles, taking about 4h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 34min £37 - £45 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 29min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 20min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM