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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Colne is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Colne is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Colne. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Colne via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Swindon to Colne?

The distance between Swindon and Colne is 251 miles. The road distance is 195.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Colne without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Swindon to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Colne train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Colne is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Swindon to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

There are 1443+ hotels available in Colne.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain
6h 25m
£107–180
Drive 194.4 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Colnecar 194.4 mi
3h 24m
£48–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 39m

Swindon to Colne by train

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Colne via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 6h 25m.

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