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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Harlech is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Harlech is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Kingsway GD, Sarn Odeon, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Minffordd station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Harlech via Newport (S Wales), Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Swindon to Harlech?

The distance between Swindon and Harlech is 247 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Harlech without a car is to train via Newport which takes 7h 37m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Swindon to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Harlech bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Harlech train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Harlech?

The best way to get from Swindon to Harlech is to train via Newport which takes 7h 37m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Swindon to Harlech bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Harlech train arrive?

Swindon to Harlech train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Harlech is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Swindon to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junction
4. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Harlech
7h 37m
£74–138
Drive 167.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Harlech167.5 mi
3h 46m
£41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GD
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Minffordd stationT2
11h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlech
7h 48m
£49–123

Swindon to Harlech by train

53Weekly Trains

7h 37mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Harlech via Newport (S Wales), Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Kingsway GD, Sarn Odeon, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, and Minffordd station in around 11h 19m.

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