What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Swindon?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Swindon is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Swindon?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Fleming Way via St Margaret's Bus Station and Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Swindon?

The distance between East Midlands and Swindon is 177 miles. The road distance is 107.9 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Swindon without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Swindon without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 48m and costs £95 - £150.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Swindon?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from East Midlands to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Swindon bus from?

East Midlands to Swindon bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Brooksby College station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Swindon train from?

East Midlands to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Swindon?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Swindon is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 48m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the East Midlands to Swindon bus arrive?

East Midlands to Swindon bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Haymarket Bus Station.

Where does the East Midlands to Swindon train arrive?

East Midlands to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Swindon is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from East Midlands to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Swindon.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain
3h 48m
£97–145
Drive 107.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Midlands to Swindoncar 107.3 mi
2h 30m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brooksby College to Haymarket Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Parkbus S7
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Fleming Waybus S3
5h 59m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
4h 1m
£85–129

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Swindon, England?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Swindon via Melton Mowbray, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Fleming Way via Brooksby College, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Coach Park in around 5h 59m.

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