What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Square and arriving at Fleming Way via Meeting House Lane, Blue Boar Row and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Swindon via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Swindon?

The distance between Bournemouth and Swindon is 117 miles. The road distance is 67.7 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Swindon without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £55 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Swindon?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Bournemouth to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Swindon bus from?

Bournemouth to Swindon bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bournemouth Square station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Swindon train from?

Bournemouth to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Swindon?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Swindon is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Swindon bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Swindon bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Meeting House Lane station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Swindon train arrive?

Bournemouth to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Swindon is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bournemouth to Swindon.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Swindon?

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

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Bournemouth to Swindon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 49 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 2m
£57–89
Drive 67.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Swindoncar 67.3 mi
1h 37m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to New Canalbus X3
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to North Streetbus X5 / ...
4. Take the bus from North Street to Fleming Waybus X5
4h 20m
Bus, line 49 bus
1. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
2. Take the bus from St Paul's Church to The Pelicanbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place Bus Island to Regent Circusbus 49
4h 36m

Bournemouth to Swindon by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Swindon, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Swindon via Reading in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Square to Fleming Way via Meeting House Lane, New Canal, Blue Boar Row, and North Street in around 4h 20m.

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