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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Swindon is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Swindon - Regent Circus via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Tpt Hub and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Swindon via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Manchester to Swindon?

The distance between Manchester and Swindon is 171 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Manchester to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Swindon bus from?

Manchester to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Swindon?

The best way to get from Manchester to Swindon is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Manchester to Swindon bus arrive?

Manchester to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Swindon train arrive?

Manchester to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Swindon is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Manchester to Swindon.

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

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
4h 6m
£75–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Tpt Hubbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to Swindon - Regent Circusbus
6h 48m
£26–42
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Swindoncar 159.3 mi
2h 54m
£40–58
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
3h 50m
£99–341
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
5h 48m
£72–174
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain
4h 21m
£109–249

Manchester to Swindon by train

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swindon via Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Swindon - Regent Circus via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Tpt Hub, Promenade, and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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