London, United Kingdom to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164 miles 264 km · straight line
187 miles actual route 301 km · driving distance
3h 49min estimated drive time
£28 - £35 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Swansea?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Swansea is 164 miles (264 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located W of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 187 miles, taking about 3h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. 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. 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 London, United Kingdom 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 London, United Kingdom to Swansea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 49min £28 - £35 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 35min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 38min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Swansea

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM