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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Windermere is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Windermere via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Swindon to Windermere?

The distance between Swindon and Windermere is 243 miles. The road distance is 233.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Swindon to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swindon to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Swindon to Windermere?

The best way to get from Swindon to Windermere is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Swindon to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swindon to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Windermere is 233 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Swindon to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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

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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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 20m
£98–164
Drive 231.9 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Windermerecar 231.9 mi
3h 53m
£57–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
11h 20m
£66–159
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 8m
£114–199

Swindon to Windermere by train

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Windermere via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Bus Rail Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 20m.

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