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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Swindon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Swindon via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Swindon?

The distance between Wakefield and Swindon is 256 miles. The road distance is 173.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Swindon without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 14m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Wakefield to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Swindon train from?

Wakefield to Swindon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Swindon train arrive?

Wakefield to Swindon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Swindon is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Wakefield to Swindon.

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

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

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Wakefield to Swindon - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Swindon by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 14m
£91–143
Drive 172.8 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Swindoncar 172.8 mi
3h 14m
£43–62
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 58m
£110–361
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Cheltenham Spatrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
4h 4m
£84–131
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
6h 58m
£74–156

Wakefield to Swindon by train and subway

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Swindon via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 14m.

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