Bedford, United Kingdom to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

68.8 miles 110.8 km · straight line
83.8 miles actual route 134.9 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
£13 - £16 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Bedford, United Kingdom from Swindon?

The distance from Bedford, United Kingdom to Swindon is 68.8 miles (110.8 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SW of Bedford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 83.8 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Bedford, United Kingdom 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 Bedford, United Kingdom to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min £13 - £16 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bedford, United Kingdom & Swindon

Quick Facts

Bedford, United Kingdom
52.13°N, 0.47°W
Europe/London
30m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 361.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM