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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Shotton is to bus via Birmingham which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Shotton is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Shotton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Ash Grove via Promenade, Cheltenham, Newhall St and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Shotton?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Shotton via Newport (S Wales) and Chester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Swindon to Shotton?

The distance between Swindon and Shotton is 201 miles. The road distance is 150.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Shotton without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Swindon to Shotton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Shotton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Shotton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Shotton?

The best way to get from Swindon to Shotton is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Swindon to Shotton bus arrive?

Swindon to Shotton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Shotton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Shotton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Shotton is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Swindon to Shotton.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotton?

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Swindon to Shotton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Shotton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 59m
£62–150
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
6h 20m
£24–36
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Shotton149.5 mi
3h
£38–54
Train via Birmingham
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 Shotton
5h 7m
£61–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
7h 30m
£33–61

Swindon to Shotton by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Shotton via Newport (S Wales) and Chester in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Ash Grove via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, Newhall St, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 6h 20m.

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