Northampton, United Kingdom to Rayleigh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.3 miles 126 km · straight line
95.9 miles actual route 154.3 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
£15 - £18 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
125° SE bearing direction

How far is Northampton, United Kingdom from Rayleigh?

The distance from Northampton, United Kingdom to Rayleigh is 78.3 miles (126 km) as the crow flies. Rayleigh is located SE of Northampton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 95.9 miles, taking about 1h 51min. 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. 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 Northampton, United Kingdom and Rayleigh. 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 Northampton, United Kingdom to Rayleigh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min £15 - £18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $12–$34* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northampton, United Kingdom & Rayleigh

Quick Facts

Northampton, United Kingdom
52.25°N, 0.88°W
Europe/London
97m elevation
Rayleigh
51.59°N, 0.60°E
Europe/London
67m 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 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 318.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM