Aberystwyth to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.2 miles 88.9 km · straight line
72.1 miles actual route 116.1 km · driving distance
1h 59min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
174° S bearing direction

How far is Aberystwyth from Swansea?

The distance from Aberystwyth to Swansea is 55.2 miles (88.9 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located S of Aberystwyth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 72.1 miles, taking about 1h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Aberystwyth and Swansea. 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 Aberystwyth to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 59min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 23min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Aberystwyth & Swansea

Quick Facts

Aberystwyth
52.42°N, 4.08°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
Swansea
51.62°N, 3.94°W
Europe/London
18m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 450.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM