How to travel from Manchester to Swindon

There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Swindon including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Swindon is a bus with an average price of zł127.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Swindon:

A bus is zł381 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Swindon costing on average zł507.

A bus is zł508 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Swindon costing on average zł635.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Swindon is by flight with an average journey time of 56m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 53m.

The distance from Manchester to Swindon is approximately 134 miles (216 km).

The average frequency per day from Manchester to Swindon is:

• Around 13 buses per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Swindon as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Swindon:

• Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close).
• Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
• Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Southampton Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country to go to Swindon by train.
• Travel with National Express, Megabus to go to Swindon by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Swindon often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swindon and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Swindon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Swindon, you can visit the Richard Jefferies Museum, enjoy performances at the Wyvern Theatre, and explore the Swindon and Cricklade Railway. Take a stroll through Queens Park and experience local art at the Swindon Arts Centre. Don't miss the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, Coate Water Country Park, Swindon Designer Outlet, and the Museum of Computing for a rich cultural and recreational experience.

For a visit to Swindon, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as the STEAM Museum, Lydiard Park, and the Swindon Designer Outlet.