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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £6 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus Swindon and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Promenade and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Swindon to Birmingham?

The distance between Swindon and Birmingham is 119 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Birmingham without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 1h 54m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Swindon to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Birmingham bus from?

Swindon to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus Swindon station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Swindon to Birmingham is to train via Bristol which takes 1h 54m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Swindon to Birmingham bus arrive?

Swindon to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Birmingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Birmingham is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Swindon to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Swindon to Birmingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swindon to Birmingham?

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Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3356+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Can I share a ride from Swindon to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Swindon and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 54m
£60–93
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Swindon to Perry Barr, Birminghamrideshare 83.7 mi
1h 56m
£6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus Uk044
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
3h 34m
£14–32
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 56m
£43–71
Drive 82 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Birminghamcar 82 mi
1h 35m
£20–29

Swindon to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus Swindon to Birmingham Coach Station via Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 3h 34m.

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