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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Shrewsbury via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Swindon and Shrewsbury is 151 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Shrewsbury without a car is to train via Newport which takes 2h 51m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Swindon to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Shrewsbury is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Swindon to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 901+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Swindon to Shrewsbury - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Shrewsbury by train or car

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 51m
£49–81
Drive 105.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Shrewsbury105.7 mi
2h 8m
£26–38
Train
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 Shrewsbury
3h 9m
£33–93

Swindon to Shrewsbury by train

188Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Shrewsbury via Newport (S Wales) in around 2h 51m.

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