What is the cheapest way to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris?

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris?

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Cadair Idris?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Cadair Idris. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Swindon to Cadair Idris?

The distance between Swindon and Cadair Idris is 220 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

How do I travel from Swindon to Cadair Idris without a car?

The best way to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Swindon to Cadair Idris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Cadair Idris train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Cadair Idris train arrive?

Swindon to Cadair Idris train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Cadair Idris?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Cadair Idris is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Swindon to Cadair Idris.

Where can I stay near Cadair Idris?

There are 1131+ hotels available in Cadair Idris.

Swindon to Cadair Idris - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
5h 18m
£114–182
Drive 143.7 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Cadair Idriscar 143.7 mi
3h 15m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Y Marian Mawrbus 1
7h 50m

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Cadair Idris, Wales?

You can take a train from Swindon to Cadair Idris via Newport (S Wales), Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 5h 18m.

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