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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Skegness is to bus and train which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Skegness via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Swindon to Skegness?

The distance between Swindon and Skegness is 244 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 5h and costs £60 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Swindon to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Skegness train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Skegness train arrive?

Swindon to Skegness train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Skegness is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Swindon to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Skegness.

Swindon to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
5h
£63–299
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Trumpington Park-and-Ride
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Kings Lynn
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station505
9h 42m
£29–46
Drive 165.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Skegness165.3 mi
3h 17m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
7h 8m
£57–168

Swindon to Skegness by train and subway

48Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.1 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Skegness via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h.

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