Bridgwater to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

52.9 miles 85.2 km · straight line
104 miles actual route 167.3 km · driving distance
2h 7min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
310° NW bearing direction

How far is Bridgwater from Swansea?

The distance from Bridgwater to Swansea is 52.9 miles (85.2 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located NW of Bridgwater. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104 miles, taking about 2h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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 Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 7min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 32min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 1min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgwater & Swansea

Quick Facts

Bridgwater
51.13°N, 3.00°W
Europe/London
15m 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 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 470.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM