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Compare train and bus for Winchester to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 37m. 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 $62, while a bus costs an average of $72.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$62 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Winchester to Swindon
Compare the available ways to get from Winchester to Swindon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Winchester to Swindon:
A train is $10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Winchester to Swindon costing on average $72.
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
Tickets start at around $62 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$42. The journey takes 1h 7m versus 1h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Winchester to Swindon by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Winchester to Swindon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

6:25 AM 4h30 Winchester 10:55 AM Swindon $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:25 AM 4h30 Winchester 10:55 AM Swindon $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:25 AM 4h30 Winchester 10:55 AM Swindon $75 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Winchester to Swindon:
A train is $10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Winchester to Swindon costing on average $72.
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
- Around 9 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Winchester and Swindon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Winchester station (WIN) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
- Buses mostly depart from Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride and arrive in Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
- Travel with CrossCountry, Great Western Railway to go to Swindon by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Swindon by bus.
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