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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bakewell is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Bakewell is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Matlock via Bristol Parkway and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Swindon to Bakewell?

The distance between Swindon and Bakewell is 162 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Bakewell without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bakewell train from?

Swindon to Bakewell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Swindon to Bakewell train arrive?

Swindon to Bakewell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Bakewell is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Swindon to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2725+ hotels available in Bakewell.

Swindon to Bakewell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 170 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
5h 7m
£72–114
Drive 134.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Bakewellcar 134.7 mi
2h 57m
£33–47
Train, line 170 bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Chesterfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Squarebus 170
5h 14m
£78–126
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 16m
£95–143

Swindon to Bakewell by train and bus

128Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Buxton Road via Bristol Parkway, Derby, Matlock, and Interchange in around 5h 16m.

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