W29925+
G150659:331h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:32Swindon station (SWI)£321One-way1 change
G01140+
W3522710:121h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:02Swindon station (SWI)£661One-way1 change
G01135+
W352259:121h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:02Swindon station (SWI)£701One-way1 change
G01133+
W352238:121h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:03Swindon station (SWI)£701One-way1 change
G01140+
W3522710:121h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:02Swindon station (SWI)£661One-way1 change
G01135+
W352259:121h50Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:02Swindon station (SWI)£701One-way1 change
G01133+
W352238:121h51Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:03Swindon station (SWI)£701One-way1 change
W29925+
G150659:331h59Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:32Swindon station (SWI)£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Swindon
The cheapest option from Birmingham to Swindon is coach, with an average price of £19. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Swindon among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 103 km
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£51 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Swindon trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01032+ W35381 · G14944 | On time 17:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h02 | 19:05 Swindon station (SWI) | 2 changes | |
G01032+ G15081 | On time 17:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h29 | 19:32 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
G01032+ G14968 | On time 17:03 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h16 | 19:19 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
G01154+ W35241 | Delayed 16:21 17:12Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 19:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
L37464+ W29937+ G15081 | On time 17:21 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2h11 | 19:32 Swindon station (SWI) | 2 changes | |
G01133+ W35223 | 8:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h51 | 10:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
G01135+ W35225 | 9:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 11:02 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
W29925+ G15065 | 9:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h59 | 11:32 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
G01140+ W35227 | 10:12 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h50 | 12:02 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Swindon
Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Birmingham to Swindon, including direct trains, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country from Birmingham to Swindon trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Swindon from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Swindon
Most Birmingham to Swindon trains use the Birmingham New Street to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Swindon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to University from Birmingham city centre
University is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
University train station facilities and services
University has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at University.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at University. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at University: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at University: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at University: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located in the Booking Hall, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Swindon station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: 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.
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