Banbury to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

39.6 miles 63.8 km · straight line
55.6 miles actual route 89.5 km · driving distance
1h 13min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Swindon?

The distance from Banbury to Swindon is 39.6 miles (63.8 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SSW of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.6 miles, taking about 1h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. 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 Swindon. 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 Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 13min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 28min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Swindon

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m elevation
Swindon
51.56°N, 1.78°W
Europe/London
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 628.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM