Edinburgh to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

309.1 miles 497.4 km · straight line
361.1 miles actual route 581.2 km · driving distance
7h 4min estimated drive time
£55 - £67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
169° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Swindon?

The distance from Edinburgh to Swindon is 309.1 miles (497.4 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 361.1 miles, taking about 7h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 4min £55 - £67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 29min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 43min $43–$126* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Swindon

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM