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Compare bus, train, and flight for Aberdeen to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $215.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$219 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 35m Average total duration 15h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Swindon:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aberdeen to Swindon costing on average $124 (€101).
A bus is $149 (€122) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Swindon costing on average $219 (€179).
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 7m.
Bus takes on average 15h 5m.
Tickets start at around $219 (€179) compared to roughly $175 (€143) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-44.44 (€-36.37). The journey takes 9h 7m versus 8h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Swindon
Trains from Aberdeen to Swindon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $215 (€176) but you can travel from only $52 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 8h 46m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average train duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $215 (€176) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 46m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Aberdeen to Swindon trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Aberdeen and Swindon from $52 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Swindon
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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