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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Eccles is to bus which costs £11 - £28 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Eccles is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Eccles?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Eccles via Cheltenham Spa and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Swindon to Eccles?

The distance between Swindon and Eccles is 176 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Eccles without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Swindon to Eccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Eccles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Eccles train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Eccles?

The best way to get from Swindon to Eccles is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Cheltenham, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Swindon to Eccles bus arrive?

Swindon to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Eccles train arrive?

Swindon to Eccles train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Eccles is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Swindon to Eccles.

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

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Where can I stay near Eccles?

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Swindon to Eccles - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Eccles by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 58m
£39–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Transport Hub
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchange
7h 31m
£12–28
Bus via Cheltenham
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 47m
£25–53
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Eccles159.3 mi
2h 48m
£40–58
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 38m
£100–419

Swindon to Eccles by train and tram

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4h 58mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Eccles, Salford, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Eccles via Cheltenham Spa, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Eccles Interchange via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Charlotte Street in around 6h 47m.

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