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 Angel Row A3, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

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 Derby and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Swindon?

The distance between Ilkeston and Swindon is 180 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 via Bristol which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 National Express, depart from 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 Derby station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Swindon?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Swindon is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 11m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Swindon bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Swindon train arrive?

Ilkeston to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway 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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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
4h 11m
£88–137
Drive 114.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Swindoncar 114.3 mi
2h 18m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Fleming Waybus 401 / ...
7h 31m
£44–109
Train
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
£73–121

Ilkeston to Swindon by bus and train

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Swindon via The Bell, Long Eaton, Derby, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Fleming Way via Upper Parliament Street, Angel Row A3, Collin Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 31m.

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