Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

103 miles 165.8 km · straight line
151.4 miles actual route 243.6 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Merthyr Tydfil from Southampton?

The distance from Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton is 103 miles (165.8 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located ESE of Merthyr Tydfil. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.4 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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 Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 36min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merthyr Tydfil & Southampton

Quick Facts

Merthyr Tydfil
51.75°N, 3.38°W
Europe/London
186m 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 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 241.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM