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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Salford is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Salford is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Salford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Salford station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Cheltenham Racecourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Salford. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Langworthy via Cheltenham Spa and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Swindon to Salford?

The distance between Swindon and Salford is 174 miles. The road distance is 160.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Salford without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Swindon to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Salford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Salford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Salford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Salford is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Swindon to Salford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Salford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Salford is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Swindon to Salford.

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3599+ hotels available in Salford.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Swindon to Salford 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 57m
£50–152
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
5h 46m
£29–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cheltenham RacecourseCf6
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach StationCf8
5h 20m
£37–56
Drive 159.2 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Salford159.2 mi
2h 51m
£40–57
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 5m
£102–360
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
5h 46m
£87–178

Swindon to Salford by train and tram

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Langworthy via Cheltenham Spa, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Manchester Central Coach Station via Cheltenham Racecourse in around 5h 20m.

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