Bury St Edmunds to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.9 miles 326.5 km · straight line
256.7 miles actual route 413.1 km · driving distance
4h 47min estimated drive time
£39 - £48 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
260° W bearing direction

How far is Bury St Edmunds from Swansea?

The distance from Bury St Edmunds to Swansea is 202.9 miles (326.5 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located W of Bury St Edmunds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.7 miles, taking about 4h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 47min £39 - £48 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 44min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 33min $31–$90* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bury St Edmunds & Swansea

Quick Facts

Bury St Edmunds
52.25°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
52m 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 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM