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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Buxton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Terrace Road via Silverstone Race Circuit, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Buxton via Bristol Parkway and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Swindon to Buxton?

The distance between Swindon and Buxton is 166 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Buxton without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £65 - £180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Buxton bus from?

Swindon to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Buxton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Buxton?

The best way to get from Swindon to Buxton is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Swindon to Buxton bus arrive?

Swindon to Buxton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Silverstone Race Circuit station.

Where does the Swindon to Buxton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Buxton is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Swindon to Buxton.

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

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Where can I stay near Buxton?

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Swindon to Buxton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Buxton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Macclesfieldtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 5m
£69–174
Drive 140.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Buxtoncar 140.7 mi
2h 44m
£34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Silverstone Race Circuitbus S3
2. Take the bus from Silverstone Race Circuit to Bus Stationbus S6
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terrace Roadbus 441 / ...
7h 21m
£44–60
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Stockporttrain
3. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain
5h 22m
£35–307

Swindon to Buxton by train and bus

74Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Market Place via Cheltenham Spa, Macclesfield, and Bus Station in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Terrace Road via Silverstone Race Circuit, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 21m.

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