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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Swindon
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Swindon will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Swindon on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
8:35 AM2h42Swansea11:17 AMSwindon$471One-way0 transfers- 8:23 AM1h54Swansea10:17 AMSwindon$611One-way0 transfers
- 8:23 AM1h54Swansea10:17 AMSwindon$611One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM2h42Swansea11:17 AMSwindon$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. 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 $20, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg 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 Swansea to Swindon:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Swindon costing on average $47 (€39).
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (2h 3m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $40 (€33) 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
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
Swansea to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Swindon trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42292 | On time 12:24 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h55 | 2:19 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42293 | On time 1:20 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 2h01 | 3:21 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42294 | On time 2:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h56 | 4:19 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35195 | On time 3:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h58 | 5:21 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35199 | On time 4:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h57 | 6:19 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42296 | On time 5:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h58 | 7:21 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W35203 | On time 6:23 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h55 | 8:18 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C42297 | On time 7:22 PM Swansea station (SWA) | 1h57 | 9:19 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42448 · C42157+ G38311 | Delayed 8:00 PM 7:49 PMSwansea station (SWA) | 3h23 | 11:12 PM Swindon station (SWI) | 2 transfers | |
| C42449 · Y15291+G38295 | Delayed 9:01 PM 8:47 PMSwansea station (SWA) | 3h23 | 12:10 AM Swindon station (SWI) | 2 transfers | |
| 8:23 AM Swansea | 1h54 | 10:17 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Swansea | 2h42 | 11:17 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Swindon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Swindon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swansea to Swindon trainsGreat Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swansea and Swindon from $18 (€15). 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 Swansea to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Swindon
Most Swansea to Swindon trains use the Swansea to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Swindon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Swindon leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
Which Swindon station do trains from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
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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