Day trip from Southampton to Bournemouth
Bournemouth lies 39 km (24 mi) south-west of Southampton, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 39 km (24 mi) apart, Bournemouth is a realistic day trip from Southampton: about 38 min each way by road.
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| Southampton | Bournemouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 269,781 | 163,600 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | SO15 | BH1–BH7 |
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Staying in Bournemouth
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Common questions
How far is Bournemouth from Southampton?
39 km (24 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Southampton; by road roughly 48 km (30 mi).
How long does it take to get from Southampton to Bournemouth by road?
About 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Southampton and Bournemouth?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.