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

The cheapest way to get from London to Swindon is to bus via Cardiff which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between London and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Swindon. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bynea Rugby Club via Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from London to Swindon?

The distance between London and Swindon is 217 miles. The road distance is 195.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Swindon without a car is to train and line 16 bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from London to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Swindon bus from?

London to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the London to Swindon bus arrive?

London to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from London to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Swindon is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from London to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 1314+ hotels available in Swindon.

London to Swindon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 16 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand S to Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1bus 16
5h 7m
£87–150
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
6h 31m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
6h 23m
£25–53
Drive 194.8 mi
1. Drive from London to Swindoncar 194.8 mi
3h 33m
£49–70

London to Swindon by train, foot, and bus

148Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.9 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between London, England and Swindon, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 4h 55m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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