Manchester, United Kingdom to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

134.3 miles 216.1 km · straight line
161.7 miles actual route 260.2 km · driving distance
3h 13min estimated drive time
£25 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
172° S bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Swindon?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Swindon is 134.3 miles (216.1 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located S of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 161.7 miles, taking about 3h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 13min £25 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 52min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 3min $19–$57* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Swindon

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 185.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM