Cities Near Portsmouth
Cities near Portsmouth, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Fareham, Southampton, Bognor Regis. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Portsmouth, UK is Fareham, about 5 mi (9 km) away — roughly 18 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 5 mi / 9 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Southampton | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bognor Regis | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Worthing | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Basingstoke | 32 mi / 52 km | 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Aldershot | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bournemouth | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 3 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Guildford | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Horsham | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hove | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Portsmouth
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Fareham, Southampton, Bognor Regis, Worthing, Basingstoke. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Portsmouth include Fareham, Southampton, Bognor Regis, Worthing, Basingstoke. The closest is Fareham, about 5 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.