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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Ripon is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Ripon is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Ripon?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Ripon. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Harrogate via Cheltenham Spa and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Swindon to Ripon?

The distance between Swindon and Ripon is 232 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Ripon without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs £100 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ripon train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Ripon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Ripon?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Ripon is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Swindon to Ripon.

Where can I stay near Ripon?

There are 1172+ hotels available in Ripon.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Ripon 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 Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 25m
£105–168
Drive 208.1 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Riponcar 208.1 mi
3h 48m
£52–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Borrage Bridgebus 36
8h 21m

Swindon to Ripon by train and bus

104Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.3 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Borrage Bridge via Cheltenham Spa, Leeds, Harrogate, and Bus Stn Stand 4 in around 6h 25m.

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