The cheapest and fastest trains from West Drayton to Swindon
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West Drayton to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West Drayton to Swindon will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave West Drayton for Swindon on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
7:53 AM1h28West Drayton9:21 AMSwindon$401One-way0 transfers
7:53 AM1h28West Drayton9:21 AMSwindon$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for West Drayton to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West Drayton to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West Drayton to Swindon:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West Drayton to Swindon costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $24 (€20) 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
West Drayton to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for West Drayton to Swindon trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 AM West Drayton | 1h28 | 9:21 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets West Drayton to Swindon by train or bus
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Elizabeth line, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from West Drayton to Swindon.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Drayton to Swindon
Trains from West Drayton to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 3:55 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from West Drayton to Swindon trainsElizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between West Drayton and Swindon from $12 (€10). 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 West Drayton to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West Drayton 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 West Drayton to Swindon
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:10 - 15:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step free access to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. There is no step free access to platform 1. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the ticket hall on Station Approach
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Temporary toilet facilities are based at the Warwick Road entrance to the station. These toilets are open from 05:00-21:00 Monday to Sunday
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop E outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
- 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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