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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Salford Quays is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Salford Quays is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Harbour City Metrolink Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Harbour City via Cheltenham Spa and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Swindon to Salford Quays?

The distance between Swindon and Salford Quays is 173 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Salford Quays without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Swindon to Salford Quays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Salford Quays bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Salford Quays train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Salford Quays?

The best way to get from Swindon to Salford Quays is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Swindon to Salford Quays bus arrive?

Swindon to Salford Quays bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Salford Quays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Salford Quays is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Swindon to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3382+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Salford Quays 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 49m
£50–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station802
7h 9m
£40–87
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Salford Quays158.5 mi
2h 50m
£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
£104–361
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
£89–179

Swindon to Salford Quays by train and tram

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Harbour City via Cheltenham Spa, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Harbour City Metrolink Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 7h 9m.

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