Southampton to Stafford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.5 miles 216.4 km · straight line
166.5 miles actual route 267.9 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
£25 - £31 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
347° NNW bearing direction

How far is Southampton from Stafford?

The distance from Southampton to Stafford is 134.5 miles (216.4 km) as the crow flies. Stafford is located NNW of Southampton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.5 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. 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 Southampton and Stafford. 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 Southampton to Stafford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min £25 - £31 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 49min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Southampton & Stafford

Quick Facts

Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m elevation
Stafford
52.81°N, 2.12°W
Europe/London
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM