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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Lincoln is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Lincoln is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Lincoln Central via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Swindon to Lincoln?

The distance between Swindon and Lincoln is 217 miles. The road distance is 139.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Lincoln without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Swindon to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Swindon to Lincoln is to train via London which takes 3h 55m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Swindon to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Lincoln is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Swindon to Lincoln.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
3h 55m
£82–139
Drive 138.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Lincolncar 138.5 mi
3h
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
7h 36m
£44–111
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Derbytrain
3. Take the train from Derby to Lincoln Centraltrain
4h 51m
£90–147

Swindon to Lincoln by train and subway

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.5 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Lincoln Central via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Rail Station Car Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 7h 36m.

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