Shrewsbury to Swindon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

89.6 miles 144.2 km · straight line
105.4 miles actual route 169.6 km · driving distance
2h 23min estimated drive time
£16 - £20 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
152° SSE bearing direction

How far is Shrewsbury from Swindon?

The distance from Shrewsbury to Swindon is 89.6 miles (144.2 km) as the crow flies. Swindon is located SSE of Shrewsbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 105.4 miles, taking about 2h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Swindon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 23min £16 - £20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 52min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 16min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Shrewsbury & Swindon

Quick Facts

Shrewsbury
52.71°N, 2.75°W
Europe/London
75m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 277.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM