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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Swindon is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Swindon via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Chester to Swindon?

The distance between Chester and Swindon is 259 miles. The road distance is 142.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Swindon without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Chester to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Swindon train from?

Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Swindon train arrive?

Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Swindon is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Chester to Swindon.

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

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 776+ hotels available in Swindon.

Chester to Swindon - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Swindon by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 28m
£96–177
Drive 142.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Swindoncar 142.1 mi
2h 55m
£35–50
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 45m
£109–332
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
4h 46m
£72–130
Fly Liverpool to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
6h 14m
£86–231

Chester to Swindon by train, foot, and subway

82Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Swindon.

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Distance: 257.9 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Swindon via London Euston, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 28m.

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