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

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Swindon is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Fleming Way via Mount Street, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Swindon via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Swindon?

The distance between Ilkeston and Swindon is 150 miles. The road distance is 115 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Ilkeston to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Swindon bus from?

Ilkeston to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Swindon train from?

Ilkeston to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Swindon?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Swindon is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Swindon bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Swindon is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Ilkeston to Swindon.

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

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Ilkeston to Swindon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilkeston to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Cheltenham Spatrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
5h 2m
£73–121
Drive 114.3 mi
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1. Drive from Ilkeston to Swindoncar 114.3 mi
2h 18m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
7h 43m
£34–65

Ilkeston to Swindon by bus and train

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Distance: 149.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Queen Street to Swindon via The Bell, Long Eaton, and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Fleming Way via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 43m.

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