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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Swindon
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Swindon will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Derby for Swindon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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 Derby to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 153 km
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£65 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Derby to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Swindon trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:38 Derby | 2h57 | 17:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
| 05:10 Derby | 3h09 | 08:19 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Swindon
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Trains from Derby to Swindon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 153 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 04:07 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Swindon trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Swindon from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby and Swindon
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Dining
ATM
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Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost 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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