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The Old Canal and Railway — 5.5 km Running Route

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The Old Canal and Railway is a 5.5 km (3.4 miles) loop in Swindon, England: flat, with 36 m of climb, on paved ground.

36 mAscent
Paved90%Paved
1/5Hilly
The Old Canal and Railway running route
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Location: Swindon, England

Discover a convenient and largely flat running experience in Swindon, tracing the historic Old Canal and Railway routes. This 5.5km loop, starting in Kingshill, guides you along the Old Town Railway Path, offering a mostly paved surface perfect for uninterrupted strides. You'll enjoy glimpses of local scenery as you make your way towards and around the pleasant Town Gardens before looping back.

With minimal ascent, this route is an excellent choice for a consistent training run, whether you're building endurance or focusing on speed work. Its easily accessible nature makes it ideal for everyday fitness, offering a refreshing break from the urban environment without venturing too far off the beaten path.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.5 km loop in Swindon, England with around 36 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 7 metres of climb per kilometre, 36 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 90% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.5 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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