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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Swindon
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
To travel from Edinburgh to Swindon you need to make at least 2 changes.
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V0080613:306h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:52Swindon station (SWI)£1221One-way2 changes- G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G1494212:006h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:02Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- C02007+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+V0080712:306h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:46Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- G80067+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W3472613:005h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:56Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- G80067+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W3472613:005h56Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:56Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G1494212:006h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:02Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- C02007+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+V0080712:306h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:46Swindon station (SWI)£1421One-way2 changes
- C02014+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+V0080613:306h22Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:52Swindon station (SWI)£1221One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 497 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£126 Average Price | £50 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Swindon trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 Edinburgh | 6h07 | 14:37 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 14:56 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 9:05 Edinburgh | 6h45 | 15:50 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Swindon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 21:41 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Swindon trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Swindon from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Caledonian Sleeper
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Edinburgh to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Swindon
Most Edinburgh to Swindon trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Swindon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Which Swindon station do trains from Edinburgh 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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