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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Durham is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Durham is to train and fly which takes 4h 2m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Durham. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Durham University via London Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Durham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Durham via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Swindon to Durham?

The distance between Swindon and Durham is 335 miles. The road distance is 255 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Durham without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £75 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Swindon to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Durham?

The best way to get from Swindon to Durham is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £75 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Swindon to Durham bus arrive?

Swindon to Durham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Swindon to Durham train arrive?

Swindon to Durham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Durham is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Swindon to Durham.

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

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1046+ hotels available in Durham.

Swindon to Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Swindon to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
4h 37m
£77–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria Coach Station to Durham Universitybus megabus M20
9h 35m
£38–54
Drive 253.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Durhamcar 253.5 mi
4h 34m
£62–90
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4h 2m
£57–146
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Durhamtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 9m
£49–228
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain
8h 26m
£44–183
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
4h 26m
£95–403
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 59m
£118–300
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 26m
£85–191

Swindon to Durham by train and subway

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 332.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Durham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Durham University via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria Coach Station in around 9h 35m.

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