Banbury to Cardiff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

88.2 miles 142 km · straight line
106.1 miles actual route 170.8 km · driving distance
2h 24min estimated drive time
£16 - £20 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
244° WSW bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Cardiff?

The distance from Banbury to Cardiff is 88.2 miles (142 km) as the crow flies. Cardiff is located WSW of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.1 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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. 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 Banbury and Cardiff. 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 Banbury to Cardiff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 24min £16 - £20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 53min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 17min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Cardiff

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m elevation
Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 282.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM