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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Runcorn is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Runcorn is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Runcorn via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Swindon to Runcorn?

The distance between Swindon and Runcorn is 164 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Swindon to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Runcorn train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Runcorn is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Swindon to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

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Swindon to Runcorn - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Runcorntrain
3h 45m
£68–135
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Runcorncar 157 mi
2h 53m
£39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
5h 41m
£68–175
Train via Tamworth
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Tamworth High Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Tamworth to Runcorntrain
4h 27m
£74–130

Swindon to Runcorn by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Runcorn via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 45m.

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