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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Wem is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Wem is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Wem?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Wem. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Wem via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Swindon to Wem?

The distance between Swindon and Wem is 162 miles. The road distance is 116.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Wem without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Swindon to Wem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Wem train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Wem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Wem?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Wem is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Swindon to Wem.

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

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Where can I stay near Wem?

There are 578+ hotels available in Wem.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Wem 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 / ...
3h 57m
£52–89
Drive 116.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Wem116.1 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
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
4h 15m
£35–101

Swindon to Wem by train

99Weekly Trains

3h 57mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.6 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Wem via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 3h 57m.

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