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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Blackburn is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Blackburn is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Blackburn College via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Blackburn via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Swindon to Blackburn?

The distance between Swindon and Blackburn is 234 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Blackburn without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Swindon to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Swindon to Blackburn is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Swindon to Blackburn bus arrive?

Swindon to Blackburn bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Blackburn is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Swindon to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
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 Preston
5h 4m
£52–195
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
6h 49m
£27–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
9h 11m
£30–74
Drive 181.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Blackburn181.5 mi
3h 23m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 53m
£38–166
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
5h 3m
£106–365

Swindon to Blackburn by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.6 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Blackburn via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Blackburn College via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, and Bus Station in around 9h 11m.

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