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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Swindon is to bus via Birmingham which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 43m.

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 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Spring Gardens via Osney Island and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

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 Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Chester to Swindon?

The distance between Chester and Swindon is 193 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 which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Chester to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Swindon bus from?

Chester to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Swindon train from?

Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Swindon?

The best way to get from Chester to Swindon is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Chester to Swindon bus arrive?

Chester to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Chester to Swindon train arrive?

Chester to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Swindon is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Chester to Swindon.

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

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

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Chester to Swindon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Swindon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to SwindonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
3h 50m
£71–114
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Regent Circus
6h 43m
£25–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station423 / ...
6h 2m
£32–55
Drive 142.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Swindon142.1 mi
2h 54m
£35–51
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindon
4h 50m
£112–350
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindon
4h 55m
£44–157

Chester to Swindon by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Swindon via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Gloucester Green Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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