Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI)

Showing times and prices for 16 Aug

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

37 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

29

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

Of the 29 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Swindon station (SWI) every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • CrossCountryW29782+Great Western RailwayW35438
    12:310h46
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    13:17Swindon station (SWI)
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC01233
    12:000h38
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:38Swindon station (SWI)
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • CrossCountryG01071+Great Western RailwayC50037
    11:310h46
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:17Swindon station (SWI)
    £121One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC33251 · W35440
    14:390h49
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    15:28Swindon station (SWI)
    £221One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC01232
    10:000h39
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:39Swindon station (SWI)
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £15.

Distance: 57 km

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£24

Average Price

£18

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1h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

38m

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Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC006697:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:23 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC012319:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
9:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC50038+CrossCountryG01066
Delayed
8:34 9:15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h43
9:58 Swindon station (SWI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC33249 · C00165
On time
9:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h57
10:36 Swindon station (SWI)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123210:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
10:39 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC00123+CrossCountryW2977610:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
11:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0069811:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
11:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC50037+CrossCountryG0107111:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
12:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123312:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
12:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35438+CrossCountryW2978212:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
13:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0251013:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
13:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35439+CrossCountryG0107713:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
14:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3449214:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
14:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC3296614:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
15:08 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35220+CrossCountryG0107814:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
15:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC33251 · W3544014:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h49
15:28 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC32967
On time
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
15:38 Swindon station (SWI)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35442+CrossCountryW2979215:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
16:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123416:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
16:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC00125+CrossCountryW2979516:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h48
17:19 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123917:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
17:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayV11766+CrossCountryG0072417:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
18:11 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0084718:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
18:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35246+CrossCountryG0073118:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h45
19:16 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0599019:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
20:08 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC00139+CrossCountryG0073419:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h46
20:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35446+CrossCountryG6655020:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h45
21:17 Swindon station (SWI)1 change
Great Western RailwayC0123521:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
21:38 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC0084322:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h37
23:05 Swindon station (SWI)0 changesdirect

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Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 29m.

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 £8
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
38m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
29m
First train
4:30
Last train
22:50
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 £8

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Swindon station (SWI) from £8. 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
29m
Cheapest Price
£8
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
£57
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£40
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 29m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) is 57 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) leaves at 4:30.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) departs at 22:50.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Swindon station (SWI). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads to Swindon offers views of the rolling countryside, quaint villages, and sections of the scenic Cotswolds, providing a pleasant visual experience along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindon is feasible. The journey takes 29m and covers 57 km. Trains run 5 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Swindon station (SWI)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Swindon station (SWI) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol
Arrival train stations in Swindon
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

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