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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Harpenden is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Harpenden is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £50 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Swindon to Harpenden?

The distance between Swindon and Harpenden is 106 miles. The road distance is 76 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Swindon to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Swindon to Harpenden is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Swindon to Harpenden bus arrive?

Swindon to Harpenden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Harpenden train arrive?

Swindon to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Harpenden is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Swindon to Harpenden.

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

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Swindon to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
1h 47m
£50–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
3h 28m
£18–43
Drive 75.6 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Harpendencar 75.6 mi
1h 53m
£19–27
Train, bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
4. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
3h 36m

Swindon to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 105.9 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Harpenden via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 28m.

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