The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Swindon
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Swindon will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Swindon on Tue, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
3:30 PM2h05Birmingham5:35 PMSwindon$441One-way0 transfers
6:41 AM2h19Birmingham9:00 AMSwindon$531One-way0 transfers
12:12 PM1h51Birmingham2:03 PMSwindon$881One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM1h50Birmingham11:02 AMSwindon$901One-way0 transfers
6:02 AM2h16Birmingham8:18 AMSwindon$941One-way0 transfers
9:12 AM1h50Birmingham11:02 AMSwindon$901One-way0 transfers
12:12 PM1h51Birmingham2:03 PMSwindon$881One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM2h05Birmingham5:35 PMSwindon$441One-way0 transfers
6:02 AM2h16Birmingham8:18 AMSwindon$941One-way0 transfers
6:41 AM2h19Birmingham9:00 AMSwindon$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Swindon:
A bus is $44 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Swindon costing on average $70 (€57).
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 41m by train vs 1h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Swindon trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01135+ W35225 | On time 9:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 11:02 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1 transfer | |
W29925+ G15065 | On time 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 11:32 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 1 transfer | |
G01140+ W35227 | On time 10:12 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 12:02 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 1 transfer | |
G01178+ W35417 | On time 10:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h05 | 12:38 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
![]() | 6:02 AM Birmingham | 2h16 | 8:18 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Birmingham | 2h19 | 9:00 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Swindon
Trains from Birmingham to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country from Birmingham to Swindon trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Swindon from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Swindon
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud.
- You can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street.
- Type of shops available: Boots located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier Camden Food located beyond the ticket barrier Costa located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 5b escalator Funky Pigeon located beyond the ticket barrier between Platform escalators 9-10 M&S Food located on the main concourse Mi Casa Burritos located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 9 escalator The Pasty Shop located beyond the ticket barrier next to Platform 7 escalator W H Smith located on the main concourse, before the ticket barrier
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- All Bar One
- Leon
- Caffè Nero
- Five Guys
- Krispy Kreme
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Wasabi
- Starbucks
- Hotel Chocolat
- Taxi: Taxis drop off with the 'drop & go' in the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). For more information visit Traintaxi
- Accessible taxis: Taxis drop off within the 'drop & go' off the Hill Street entrance. The taxi rank is on Navigation Street (Stephenson Street / Victoria Square exit). All taxis are accessible with manual wheelchairs, most are accessible with electric wheelchairs. For more information visit Traintaxi
- Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
- Toilets Location: Male, Female, Accessible and Baby Change facilities are available in all parts of the station. These are located between: Platforms 2 - 3a (Blue Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11a (Yellow Lounge) Platforms 10 - 11b (Red Lounge)
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Close to Platforms 1A and 12A and Platforms 10 and 11B
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center
- Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station)
- Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham
- Waiting rooms location: There are two large seating areas beyond the ticket barrier between the escalators to platforms 5b and 8b. All platforms have waiting areas with seating
- Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:30 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- In the middle of the station.
- Bus lines: N5, N6, N8, 4, 9, 23, 45, 50, 61, X51, X70
- Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
- Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 20:00 Saturday 08:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station is adjacent to public bike parking
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect you from: For services towards Selly Oak / Longbridge / Redditch - the public bus stop QE (Vincent Drive) on the near side of New Fosse Way outside the station. For services towards Birmingham - the public bus stop QD (Vincent Drive) on the far side of New Fosse Way, opposite the station.
- 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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