The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Lincoln
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
3 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Lincoln will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swindon for Lincoln on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 204 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swindon to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $112.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$131 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Swindon to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Lincoln trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:51 AM Swindon | 3h44 | 2:35 PM Lincoln | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Lincoln
Trains from Swindon to Lincoln run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€91) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€91) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 70 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER from Swindon to Lincoln trainsCrossCountry, LNER trains will get you between Swindon and Lincoln from $25 (€21). 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 Swindon to Lincoln
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Swindon to Lincoln
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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