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 £29 - £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 £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Wem?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Wem. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Church via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

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 55m.

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 which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Swindon to Wem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Wem bus from?

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

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.

Train or bus from Swindon to Wem?

The best way to get from Swindon to Wem is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Swindon to Wem bus arrive?

Swindon to Wem bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus 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?

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Swindon to Wem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 511 bus

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

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Train
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 55m
£56–128
Bus
cheapest
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 Bus Station409
7h 9m
£30–50
Drive 116.1 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Wem116.1 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Train, line 511 bus
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
4. Take the bus from The Gateway to Church511 / ...
4h 30m
£34–92

Swindon to Wem by train

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Distance: 160.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Church via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 9m.

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