What is the cheapest way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and University of Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to University of Manchester. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at University Shopping Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and University of Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to University of Manchester. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Swindon to University of Manchester?

The distance between Swindon and University of Manchester is 172 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

How do I travel from Swindon to University of Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Swindon to University of Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Swindon to University of Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to University of Manchester bus from?

Swindon to University of Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to University of Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to University of Manchester?

The best way to get from Swindon to University of Manchester is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Swindon to University of Manchester bus arrive?

Swindon to University of Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to University of Manchester train arrive?

Swindon to University of Manchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to University of Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to University of Manchester is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Swindon to University of Manchester.

Where can I stay near University of Manchester?

There are 3041+ hotels available in University of Manchester.

Swindon to University of Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to University of Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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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 41m
£37–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk990 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station802
6h 41m
£39–84
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to University of Manchester160.8 mi
2h 47m
£40–58
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 1m
£100–420
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 41m
£88–177

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and University of Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to University of Manchester via Cheltenham Spa and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to University of Manchester via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and University Shopping Centre in around 6h 41m.

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