Exeter to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

95.6 miles 153.8 km · straight line
117.5 miles actual route 189.1 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
£18 - £22 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Exeter from Swindon?

The distance from Exeter to Swindon is 95.6 miles (153.8 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located NE of Exeter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117.5 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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. 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 Exeter 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 Exeter to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min £18 - £22 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $9–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Exeter & Swindon

Quick Facts

Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m 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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 260.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM