Driving from Bournemouth to Swindon
Swindon lies 93 km (58 mi) north of Bournemouth, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 25 min without stops, over roughly 114 km (71 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bournemouth | Swindon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 163,600 | 201,669 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BH1–BH7 | DY3–SN99 |
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Common questions
How far is Swindon from Bournemouth?
93 km (58 mi) in a straight line, north of Bournemouth; by road roughly 114 km (71 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Swindon by car?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bournemouth and Swindon?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.