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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Cardiff Bay is to bus which costs £12 - £16 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 54 min and costs £22 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Millennium Centre via Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Cardiff Bay?

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 54 min.

How far is it from Swindon to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Swindon and Cardiff Bay is 68 miles. The road distance is 71.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £22 - £50.

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

The train from Swindon to Cardiff Central takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Cardiff Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Cardiff Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Swindon to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 54 min and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £16 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Swindon to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Cardiff Bay is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Swindon to Cardiff Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1539+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
54 min
£22–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
2h 45m
£12–16
Drive 71.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Cardiff Bay71.2 mi
1h 21m
£18–26

Swindon to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 67.6 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GD every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–14 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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