Milton Keynes to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.1 miles 88.7 km · straight line
69.4 miles actual route 111.7 km · driving distance
1h 32min estimated drive time
£11 - £13 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
233° SW bearing direction

How far is Milton Keynes from Swindon?

The distance from Milton Keynes to Swindon is 55.1 miles (88.7 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SW of Milton Keynes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 69.4 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 32min £11 - £13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 50min $6–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Milton Keynes & Swindon

Quick Facts

Milton Keynes
52.04°N, 0.76°W
Europe/London
114m 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 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 451.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM