Swindon to London train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov
Cheapest price on 12 Nov
€25
Average ticket price on 12 Nov
€69
Fastest journey on 12 Nov
47 m
Average journey duration on 12 Nov
49 m
Trains on 12 Nov
38
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swindon to London will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €25.

Fast trains

On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 38 trains from Swindon to London, including 36 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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  • Great Western RailwayG15055
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swindon to London

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Trains from Swindon to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €4 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 47m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from €4
Distance
115 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
€24
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
47m
First train
3:08 AM
Last train
11:46 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from €4

Live departures

Swindon to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to London trains for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayG15055
Delayed
9:21 PM 9:05 PMSwindon station (SWI)
1h02
10:10 PM 10:10 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35437
On time
9:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h50
10:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14913
Delayed
9:49 PM 9:41 PMSwindon station (SWI)
0h54
10:38 PM 10:38 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35247
On time
10:05 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h56
11:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15051
On time
10:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h52
11:11 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14914
On time
10:42 PM Swindon station (SWI)
1h17
11:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)
0 changesdirect
Thursday, 12 November
Great Western RailwayW344566:03 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
6:57 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW354316:18 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h58
7:16 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148936:29 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h57
7:26 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351616:53 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h51
7:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352176:57 AM Swindon station (SWI)
1h00
7:57 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148947:10 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h59
8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150407:23 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h53
8:16 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148957:40 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h49
8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351667:53 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h58
8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150537:58 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h57
8:55 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148968:10 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h55
9:05 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351678:25 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h47
9:12 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148978:40 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351698:50 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352219:02 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h57
9:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG148989:15 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h51
10:06 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150419:20 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
10:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150429:41 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h55
10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW344729:45 AM Swindon station (SWI)
1h00
10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3522310:04 AM Swindon station (SWI)
0h55
10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15047+South Western RailwayL807421:52 PM Swindon station (SWI)
2h13
4:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35434+Elizabeth lineC37472 · C374912:20 PM Swindon station (SWI)
1h43
4:03 PM London Paddington (PAD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG149053:11 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h56
4:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351883:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h50
4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149063:41 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h57
4:38 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150483:51 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h50
4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352364:04 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h56
5:00 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149074:11 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
5:05 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150494:20 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h52
5:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149084:41 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW351944:53 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h51
5:44 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352375:04 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h55
5:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352428:06 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h55
9:01 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW345238:11 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h57
9:08 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW352028:20 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h50
9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149128:41 PM Swindon station (SWI)
0h54
9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG150559:05 PM Swindon station (SWI)
1h02
10:07 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 changesdirect

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Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
47m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€24
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Swindon and London

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Swindon to London, you can count on Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Swindon and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Swindon to London train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to London by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Swindon to London can start from as little as €24 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swindon to London is €56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Swindon to London is 47m to travel the 115 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Swindon to London leaves at 3:08 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Swindon to London leaves at 11:46 pm.
Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Swindon to London with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Swindon to London. You can choose between Great Western Railway. Great Western Railway trains take around 47m
Yes, you can take a night train from Swindon to London with Great Western Railway. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A day trip to London from Swindon is worth doing with a journey time of 47m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and London including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and London

Most Swindon to London trains use the Swindon to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Swindon and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swindon
Arrival train stations in London

Which Swindon station do trains to London leave from?

Trains from Swindon to London leave from Swindon. The station is 1 km from Swindon city centre at Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ.
SwindonSwindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre

Bus82, 49 · 6m · €4 · every ~6 min

Swindon train station facilities and services

Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Swindon.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Swindon.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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