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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Colne is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Colne is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Colne. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Colne Lane via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Colne. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Colne via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Swindon to Colne?

The distance between Swindon and Colne is 251 miles. The road distance is 195.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Colne without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Swindon to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Colne train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Colne?

The best way to get from Swindon to Colne is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Swindon to Colne bus arrive?

Swindon to Colne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Colne is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Swindon to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain
6h 30m
£101–176
Drive 194.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Colnecar 194.5 mi
3h 24m
£49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
9h 15m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 39m

Swindon to Colne by train

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6h 30mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Colne via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Colne Lane via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 15m.

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