Cardiff to Windsor: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.8 miles 178.3 km · straight line
130.1 miles actual route 209.3 km · driving distance
2h 33min estimated drive time
£20 - £24 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
89° E bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Windsor?

The distance from Cardiff to Windsor is 110.8 miles (178.3 km) as the crow flies. Windsor is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 130.1 miles, taking about 2h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Cardiff and Windsor. 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 Cardiff to Windsor

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 33min £20 - £24 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 4min $10–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 25min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Windsor

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Windsor
51.48°N, 0.60°W
Europe/London
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM