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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Birkenhead is to bus via Birmingham which costs £15 - £40 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Cheltenham Racecourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Swindon to Birkenhead?

The distance between Swindon and Birkenhead is 206 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Birkenhead without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Swindon to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Birkenhead bus from?

Swindon to Birkenhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Swindon to Birkenhead is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h.

Where does the Swindon to Birkenhead bus arrive?

Swindon to Birkenhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Birkenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Birkenhead is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Swindon to Birkenhead.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Swindon to Birkenhead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Swindon to Birkenhead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street
4h 3m
£52–166
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One
6h 10m
£15–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cheltenham RacecourseCf6
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Liverpool, Liverpool OneCf4
6h
£39–56
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Birkenhead156.8 mi
3h 15m
£40–57
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)BRS - LPL
5h 34m
£92–193
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street
4h 5m
£37–123
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One
4h 42m
£102–367

Swindon to Birkenhead by train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.3 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Liverpool Lime Street via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Cheltenham Racecourse in around 6h.

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