Leicester to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.3 miles 127.7 km · straight line
93.2 miles actual route 150 km · driving distance
2h 9min estimated drive time
£14 - £17 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Leicester from Swindon?

The distance from Leicester to Swindon is 79.3 miles (127.7 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SSW of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 93.2 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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. 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. 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 9min £14 - £17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 35min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~2h 3min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leicester & Swindon

Quick Facts

Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°W
Europe/London
63m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 313.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM