Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) train with Thameslink

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  • ThameslinkW45434+Elizabeth lineC38581+Great Western RailwayG14962
    11:442h37
    Brighton station (BTN)
    14:21Swindon station (SWI)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • Gatwick ExpressG77354+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG14947
    20:393h19
    Brighton station (BTN)
    23:58Swindon station (SWI)
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45493+Elizabeth lineC38461+Great Western RailwayG14959
    10:142h45
    Brighton station (BTN)
    12:59Swindon station (SWI)
    £321One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45474+Elizabeth lineC38228+Great Western RailwayG14963
    12:142h42
    Brighton station (BTN)
    14:56Swindon station (SWI)
    £321One-way
    2 changes
  • ThameslinkW45425+Elizabeth lineC38505+Great Western RailwayG14960
    10:442h38
    Brighton station (BTN)
    13:22Swindon station (SWI)
    £321One-way
    2 changes

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Compare train and coach for Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 141 km

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£63

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£18

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2h 51m

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2h 21m

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Live departures

Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ThameslinkW45420+Elizabeth lineC37328+Great Western RailwayG149525:26 Brighton station (BTN)
2h52
8:18 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45398+Elizabeth lineC38378+Great Western RailwayW350615:44 Brighton station (BTN)
2h42
8:26 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45541+Elizabeth lineC37343+Great Western RailwayG149535:56 Brighton station (BTN)
2h57
8:53 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45465+Great Western RailwayG15125 · G149366:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h56
9:05 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45465+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG149366:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h56
9:05 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45605+TubeTube from London Bridge to Bond Street (Elizabeth line)+Great Western RailwayG15030+Elizabeth lineC385036:26 Brighton station (BTN)
3h02
9:28 Swindon station (SWI)3 changes
ThameslinkW45437+Elizabeth lineC37246+Great Western RailwayG149546:39 Brighton station (BTN)
2h44
9:23 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45490+Great Western RailwayG15126 · G149387:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h57
10:06 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45490+Elizabeth lineC37263+Great Western RailwayG149557:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h45
9:54 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
Gatwick ExpressG77253+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayG149567:36 Brighton station (BTN)
2h45
10:21 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45478+Elizabeth lineC38283+Great Western RailwayW346808:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h44
10:53 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45478+TubeTube from London Bridge to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayW346188:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h56
11:05 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkX82357+Great Western RailwayG14957+Elizabeth lineC383398:39 Brighton station (BTN)
2h40
11:19 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45479+Elizabeth lineC38380+Great Western RailwayW346869:14 Brighton station (BTN)
2h39
11:53 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45479+TubeTube from London Bridge to Bond Street (Elizabeth line)+Elizabeth lineC36971+Great Western RailwayW354179:14 Brighton station (BTN)
2h51
12:05 Swindon station (SWI)3 changes
ThameslinkW45428+Elizabeth lineC38422+Great Western RailwayG149589:44 Brighton station (BTN)
2h36
12:20 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45493+Elizabeth lineC38461+Great Western RailwayG1495910:14 Brighton station (BTN)
2h45
12:59 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45425+Elizabeth lineC38505+Great Western RailwayG1496010:44 Brighton station (BTN)
2h38
13:22 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45467+Elizabeth lineC38542+Great Western RailwayG1496111:14 Brighton station (BTN)
2h40
13:54 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45434+Elizabeth lineC38581+Great Western RailwayG1496211:44 Brighton station (BTN)
2h37
14:21 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45474+Elizabeth lineC38228+Great Western RailwayG1496312:14 Brighton station (BTN)
2h42
14:56 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
ThameslinkW45432+Elizabeth lineC38264+Great Western RailwayG1496412:44 Brighton station (BTN)
2h39
15:23 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes
Gatwick ExpressG77297+TubeTube from London Victoria to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayW3470613:09 Brighton station (BTN)
2h45
15:54 Swindon station (SWI)2 changes

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Thameslink as well as Great Western Railway or Gatwick Express offer trains services from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway or Gatwick Express to find the best option for your trip from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI)

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Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:22, the last at 08:36. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance
141 km
Average train duration
2h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
2h 43m
First train
8:22
Last train
8:36
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18

Train companies: Thameslink, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) trainsThameslink, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express trains will get you between Brighton station (BTN) and Swindon station (SWI) from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£74
Great Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£136
Thameslink frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Gatwick Express

About
Gatwick Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, with trains running every 15 minutes throughout the day. The trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are two types of trains: the Gatwick Express and the Southern service. The Gatwick Express is the fastest service, taking just 30 minutes to reach the airport. The Southern service takes a few minutes longer but offers more stops along the way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Price
£52
Gatwick Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack trolley service available on some services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, staff assistance for boarding and alighting
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead.

FAQs: Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) 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 station (SWI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £63.
The train journey from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) covers a distance of 141 km and takes approximately 2h 43m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) is 141 km.
The first train from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) leaves at 8:22.
The last train from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) departs at 8:36.
Trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).
To get from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).
The cheapest way to get from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Brighton to Swindon offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque South Downs, charming villages, and stretches of countryside, although some parts may include urban and industrial views.
A day trip from Brighton to Swindon is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 43m. However, there are 9 train trips per day covering a distance of 141 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI).

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Important Stations and Airports in Brighton station (BTN) and Swindon station (SWI)

Most Brighton station (BTN) to Swindon station (SWI) trains use the Brighton to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton station (BTN) and Swindon station (SWI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Brighton
Arrival train stations in Swindon
BrightonBrighton Station, Queens Rd, Brighton BN1 3XP, United Kingdom+44 345 127 2920WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre

Bus37, 52 · 4m · £1 · every ~6 min

Brighton train station facilities and services

Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.

Most popular trains to and from Swindon station (SWI) and Brighton station (BTN)

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