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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Cardiff is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Cardiff is to train which takes 58 min and costs £22 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Kingsway GD. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swindon and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Swindon to Cardiff?

The distance between Swindon and Cardiff is 68 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £22 - £50.

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

The train from Swindon to Cardiff Central takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swindon to Cardiff is to train which takes 58 min and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £55 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Swindon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swindon to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Swindon to Cardiff train arrive?

Swindon to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Cardiff is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Swindon to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Swindon to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
58 min
£22–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
1h 55m
£11–55
Drive 70.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Cardiff70.4 mi
1h 20m
£18–26

Swindon to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GD hourly. Tickets cost £11–55 and the journey takes 1h 55m. National Express also services this route once a week.

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