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

The cheapest way to get from Llanidloes to Swindon is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanidloes to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Llanidloes and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanidloes to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Hillfield and arriving at Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Kingsway GD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Llanidloes to Swindon?

The distance between Llanidloes and Swindon is 199 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanidloes to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Llanidloes to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanidloes to Swindon bus from?

Llanidloes to Swindon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Hillfield station.

Train or bus from Llanidloes to Swindon?

The best way to get from Llanidloes to Swindon is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Llanidloes to Swindon bus arrive?

Llanidloes to Swindon bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Llanidloes to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanidloes to Swindon is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Llanidloes to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 984+ hotels available in Swindon.

Llanidloes to Swindon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Llanidloes to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Caersws to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindon
4h 17m
£80–162
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanidloes to Swindon117.6 mi
2h 41m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Millennium Garden to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindon
5h 58m
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Millennium Garden to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindon
6h 3m
£40–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hillfield to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent Circus
6h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Llanidloes to Swindon via Caersws, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hillfield to Regent Circus via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, and Kingsway GD in around 6h 31m.

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