What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Swindon - Regent Circus via Manchester Central Coach Station, Park & Ride and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Swindon via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Swindon is 174 miles. The road distance is 159.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Swindon without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Swindon bus from?

Greater Manchester to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Swindon train from?

Greater Manchester to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Swindon bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Swindon train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Swindon is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Greater Manchester to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 1029+ hotels available in Swindon.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Swindon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
5h 41m
£75–122
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park & Ridebus Cf8
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to Swindon - Regent Circusbus Uk044
7h 2m
£27–46
Drive 158.8 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Swindoncar 158.8 mi
2h 46m
£40–57
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 12m
£101–324
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
6h 11m
£74–177

Greater Manchester to Swindon by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Swindon, England?

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Swindon via Charlotte Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Swindon - Regent Circus via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Park & Ride, Pittville Street, and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station in around 7h 2m.

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