How to travel from Cheltenham to Swindon

There are 2 options to travel between Cheltenham and Swindon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Cheltenham to Swindon is a bus with an average price of $7 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Swindon:

A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Swindon costing on average $28 (€23).

The fastest way to travel from Cheltenham to Swindon is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 31m.

The distance from Cheltenham to Swindon is approximately 26 miles (43 km).

The average frequency per day from Cheltenham to Swindon is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Cheltenham Spa (CNM) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
• Buses mostly depart from Cheltenham and arrive in Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C).

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

• Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Swindon by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, National Express, Stagecoach West to go to Swindon by bus.

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

• 4 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway (GWR).
• 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, National Express.

Omio customers who travel from Cheltenham to Swindon often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, Birmingham. 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.