Edinburgh to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

300.9 miles 484.3 km · straight line
414.6 miles actual route 667.2 km · driving distance
8h 4min estimated drive time
£63 - £77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Swansea?

The distance from Edinburgh to Swansea is 300.9 miles (484.3 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 414.6 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 4min £63 - £77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 41min $33–$62* Budget
Train ~7h 40min $50–$145* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 100 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM