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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Nottingham is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Nottingham via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Swindon to Nottingham?

The distance between Swindon and Nottingham is 146 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Swindon to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Swindon to Nottingham is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Swindon to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Nottingham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Swindon to Nottingham.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Nottingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 3m
£75–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
6h 20m
£27–55
Drive 115.8 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Nottinghamcar 115.8 mi
2h 21m
£29–41

Swindon to Nottingham by train

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Nottingham via Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 6h 20m.

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