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 £16 - £29 and takes 7h 7m.

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 Transport Hub, Newhall St and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

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 5h 4m.

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 5h 4m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m 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 5h 4m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Swindon to Shotton bus arrive?

Swindon to Shotton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Transport Hub 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

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

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 / ...
5h 4m
£67–151
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Transport Hub
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
7h 7m
£17–29
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
£60–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
7h 30m
£36–66

Swindon to Shotton by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Ash Grove via Transport Hub, Newhall St, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 7h 7m.

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