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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Birmingham NEC is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Birmingham International via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Swindon to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Swindon and Birmingham NEC is 97 miles. The road distance is 74.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Swindon to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Birmingham NEC train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

Swindon to Birmingham NEC train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Birmingham NEC is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Swindon to Birmingham NEC.

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

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Where can I stay near Birmingham NEC?

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Swindon to Birmingham NEC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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 / ...
2h 18m
£44–76
Drive 74.1 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Birmingham NECcar 74.1 mi
1h 37m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Spring Gardens to Market Placebus S6
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Frideswide Squarebus S6
3. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3h 25m
£36–52
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 44m
£63–98

Swindon to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Birmingham NEC via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham International in around 2h 18m.

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