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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swindon is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swindon is to train which takes 59 min and costs £22 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swindon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Regent Circus. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swindon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swindon. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swindon?

The distance between Cardiff and Swindon is 68 miles. The road distance is 71.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £22 - £50.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Swindon takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swindon bus from?

Cardiff to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swindon train from?

Cardiff to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swindon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swindon is to train which takes 59 min and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £50 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swindon bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Regent Circus station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swindon train arrive?

Cardiff to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swindon is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Swindon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Swindon?

Book your Cardiff to Swindon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

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Cardiff to Swindon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwindonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
59 min
£22–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent CircusUk042
1h 40m
£10–50
Drive 70.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swindon70.8 mi
1h 21m
£18–26

Cardiff to Swindon by train

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swindon, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swindon hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Regent Circus 4 times a day. Tickets cost £10–50 and the journey takes 1h 40m. National Express also services this route once a week.

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