Day trip from Swindon to Basingstoke
Basingstoke lies 58 km (36 mi) south-east of Swindon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 58 km (36 mi) apart, Basingstoke is a realistic day trip from Swindon: about 57 min each way by road.
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| Swindon | Basingstoke | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 201,669 | 107,642 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 96 m (315 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | DY3–SN99 | RG21 |
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Common questions
How far is Basingstoke from Swindon?
58 km (36 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Swindon; by road roughly 71 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Swindon to Basingstoke by road?
About 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Swindon and Basingstoke?
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
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- 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.