Cities Near Stroud
Cities near Stroud, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Gloucester, Swindon, Kingswood. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Stroud, UK is Gloucester, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Swindon | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kingswood | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bath | 27 mi / 43 km | 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Worcester | 30 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hereford | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Newport | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mendip | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Redditch | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Oxford | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Stroud
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Gloucester, Swindon, Kingswood, Bath, Worcester. 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 Stroud include Gloucester, Swindon, Kingswood, Bath, Worcester. The closest is Gloucester, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.