Plymouth to Southampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.5 miles 202 km · straight line
151.4 miles actual route 243.6 km · driving distance
3h 12min estimated drive time
£23 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Plymouth from Southampton?

The distance from Plymouth to Southampton is 125.5 miles (202 km) as the crow flies. Southampton is located ENE of Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 151.4 miles, taking about 3h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Southampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 12min £23 - £28 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 50min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~3h 2min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plymouth & Southampton

Quick Facts

Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m 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 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM