Driving from Swindon to Gloucester
Gloucester lies 47 km (29 mi) north-west of Swindon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 43 min without stops, over roughly 57 km (35 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Swindon | Gloucester | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 201,669 | 132,416 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | DY3–SN99 | GL1 |
Where to book car hire from Swindon to Gloucester
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Staying in Gloucester
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Common questions
How far is Gloucester from Swindon?
47 km (29 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Swindon; by road roughly 57 km (35 mi).
How long does it take to get from Swindon to Gloucester by car?
About 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Swindon and Gloucester?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.