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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Swindon is to bus and line 16 bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Swindon is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Manor Drive via Wolverhampton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Manchester to Swindon?

The distance between Manchester and Swindon is 78 miles. The road distance is 79.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Swindon without a car is to train and line 16 bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Manchester to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Swindon bus from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Swindon bus arrive?

Manchester to Swindon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Wolverhampton Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Swindon is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Manchester to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 3042+ hotels available in Swindon.

Manchester to Swindon - 3 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 16 bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhamptontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Manor Drivebus 16
1h 56m
£27–55
Bus, line 16 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Wolverhampton Bus Stationbus 422
2. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Manor Drivebus 16
2h 36m
£17–38
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Swindoncar 78.9 mi
1h 41m
£20–28

Manchester to Swindon by train, foot, and bus

217Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.4 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Manor Drive via Wolverhampton Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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