Cities Near Bath
Cities near Bath, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kingswood, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Bath, UK is Kingswood, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 28 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mendip | 15 mi / 24 km | 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Weston-super-Mare | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Stroud | 27 mi / 43 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Swindon | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Newport | 31 mi / 50 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gloucester | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cardiff | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 41 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Poole | 49 mi / 78 km | 1 hr 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Bath
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kingswood, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare, Stroud, Swindon. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Bath include Kingswood, Mendip, Weston-super-Mare, Stroud, Swindon. The closest is Kingswood, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.