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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bakewell is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 45m.

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 bus between Swindon and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Matlock Street via Coach Park and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

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 20m.

How far is it from Swindon to Bakewell?

The distance between Swindon and Bakewell is 185 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 which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Swindon to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bakewell bus from?

Swindon to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

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.

Train or bus from Swindon to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Swindon to Bakewell is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Swindon to Bakewell bus arrive?

Swindon to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Park 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 2685+ hotels available in Bakewell.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 20m
£75–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Coach Parkbus S3
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Bus Stationbus S6
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
6h 45m
£26–44
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Bakewellcar 134.7 mi
2h 57m
£34–48
Train, bus
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 33m
£60–105

Swindon to Bakewell by train and bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Matlock Street via Bristol Parkway, Derby, Matlock, and Interchange in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Matlock Street via Coach Park and Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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