Portsmouth – Southampton distance
26km
Straight-line distance · 16 miles
DirectionWNW · 300°
Est. time (90 km/h)0 h 17 min
Midpoint50.858, -1.225
In a straight line, Portsmouth and Southampton are only 26 km (16 miles) apart, heading WNW — an easy day-trip distance by car.
?Frequently asked questions
How far is Portsmouth from Southampton?
In a straight line, the Portsmouth–Southampton distance is about 26 km (16 miles), heading WNW. At such short range, the road difference depends mostly on the local route you pick.
How long does it take to get from Portsmouth to Southampton?
At an average 90 km/h, the short straight-line hop between Portsmouth and Southampton would take about 0 h 17 min; the real time depends mostly on local traffic.
Is this the road distance?
No. The value shown is the straight-line (great-circle) distance, equal to the flight distance. The real road distance, which follows roads, is usually 20–40% longer.