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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Swindon
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Swindon will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leicester for Swindon on Tue, Jun 16, 2 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 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
7:18 AM3h19Leicester10:37 AMSwindon$1571One-way0 transfers- 8:18 AM3h19Leicester11:37 AMSwindon$1591One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM3h19Leicester11:37 AMSwindon$1591One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 AM3h19Leicester10:37 AMSwindon$1571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 $17, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Leicester to Swindon:
A bus is $98 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Swindon costing on average $122 (€98).
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $122 (€98) compared to roughly $32 (€26) 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
Leicester to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:18 AM Leicester | 3h32 | 11:50 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:12 AM Leicester | 3h01 | 12:13 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Swindon
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Trains from Leicester to Swindon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 4:47 AM |
Last train 9:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Leicester to Swindon trainsEast Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Swindon from $17 (€14). 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 Leicester to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Swindon
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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