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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Windermere is to bus and train which costs £35 - £110 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Windermere via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Swindon to Windermere?

The distance between Swindon and Windermere is 272 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Windermere without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 9m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Swindon to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Windermere is 233 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Swindon to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3188+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
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 Oxenholme Lake District
6h 9m
£58–225
Bus, train
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 Manchester Airport The Station
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
9h 29m
£37–101
Drive 232 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Windermere232 mi
3h 50m
£57–82
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 Oxenholme Lake District
6h 13m
£43–187

Swindon to Windermere by train

68Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.7 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Windermere via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 9m.

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