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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Swindon
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Swindon will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Cheltenham for Swindon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cheltenham to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Swindon trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:03 Cheltenham | 1h00 | 09:03 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:03 Cheltenham | 1h00 | 17:03 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 04:53 Cheltenham | 1h02 | 05:55 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Swindon
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Trains from Cheltenham to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 49m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Cheltenham to Swindon trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Cheltenham and Swindon from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cheltenham to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Swindon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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