Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bristol to Swindon?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Swindon: Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).

Which travel companies can get me from Bristol to Swindon?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Swindon by train. Travel with Megabus, National Express to go to Swindon by bus.

Can I find a direct route between Bristol and Swindon?

Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Swindon with the following travel companies: 7 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR). 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.

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Compare train for Bristol to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $30.

Distance: 36 miles (58 km)

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$30 Average price Cheapest	$28 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	50m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Swindon is a train with an average price of $30.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 26m.

Yes, you can take a train between Bristol and Swindon.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bristol to Swindon among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 12m sooner (38m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around $30 compared to roughly $28 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.

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How to get from Bristol to Swindon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

The best way to travel from Bristol to Swindon is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Y15291
11:30 PM0h40
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:10 AMSwindon station (SWI)
$211One-way
0 transfers

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Y15291
11:30 PM0h40
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:10 AMSwindon station (SWI)
$211One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

C42310
10:18 AM0h38
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:56 AMSwindon station (SWI)
$271One-way
0 transfers

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12:13 PM0h39
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:52 PMSwindon station (SWI)
$271One-way
0 transfers
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2:13 PM0h39
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2:52 PMSwindon station (SWI)
$271One-way
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4:13 PM0h40
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4:53 PMSwindon station (SWI)
$271One-way
0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bristol to Swindon

Travel to Swindon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Swindon.

You can travel between Bristol and Swindon by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Swindon is a train with an average price of $33.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 7m.

The distance from Bristol to Swindon is approximately 36 miles (58 km).

The average frequency per day from Bristol to Swindon is:

Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Swindon as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Swindon:

Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Swindon by train.
Travel with Megabus, National Express to go to Swindon by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bristol to Swindon with the following travel companies:

7 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
0 direct buses per day with Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Swindon often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, Birmingham, Reading. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swindon and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Swindon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Swindon, you can visit the Richard Jefferies Museum, enjoy performances at the Wyvern Theatre, and explore the Swindon and Cricklade Railway. Take a stroll through Queens Park and experience local art at the Swindon Arts Centre. Don't miss the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, Coate Water Country Park, Swindon Designer Outlet, and the Museum of Computing for a rich cultural and recreational experience.

For a visit to Swindon, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as the STEAM Museum, Lydiard Park, and the Swindon Designer Outlet.

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