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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Walkden is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Walkden is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Walkden?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Walkden Road via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Walkden?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Walkden via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Swindon to Walkden?

The distance between Swindon and Walkden is 179 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Walkden without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Swindon to Walkden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Walkden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Walkden train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Walkden?

The best way to get from Swindon to Walkden is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Cheltenham, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Swindon to Walkden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Walkden train arrive?

Swindon to Walkden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Walkden?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Walkden is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Swindon to Walkden.

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

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

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
5h 12m
£43–148
Bus
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 Shudehill Interchange
7h 52m
£17–37
Bus via Cheltenham
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 40m
£26–53
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Walkden162.3 mi
2h 51m
£41–59
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Western
5h 31m
£58–270

Swindon to Walkden by train, foot, and bus

70Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.2 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Christ the King Church via Cheltenham Spa, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Walkden Road via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 40m.

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