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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Leigh is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Cheltenham Racecourse and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand M. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Swindon to Leigh?

The distance between Swindon and Leigh is 214 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Leigh without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 17m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Swindon to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Leigh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Leigh?

The best way to get from Swindon to Leigh is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 17m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Swindon to Leigh bus arrive?

Swindon to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Leigh is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Swindon to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3335+ hotels available in Leigh.

Swindon to Leigh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Swindon to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western
5h 17m
£48–180
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchange
6h 26m
£30–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cheltenham RacecourseCf6
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand ACf4
5h 44m
£37–51
Drive 162.1 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Leigh162.1 mi
2h 44m
£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 50m
£102–360
Train
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 / ...
5h 27m
£48–148

Swindon to Leigh by train and bus

81Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Leigh Town Hall via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate Rail Station in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Leigh Bus Station via Cheltenham Racecourse, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A, and Warrington Bus Interchange Stand M in around 5h 44m.

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