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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Swindon
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Swindon will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 11 trains that leave Gloucester for Swindon every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.
W3522510:190h43Gloucester station (GCR)11:02Swindon station (SWI)£101One-way0 changes- W3522711:190h43Gloucester station (GCR)12:02Swindon station (SWI)£101One-way0 changes
- W352239:190h44Gloucester station (GCR)10:03Swindon station (SWI)£141One-way0 changes
- G15488 · G150439:401h07Gloucester station (GCR)10:47Swindon station (SWI)£261One-way1 change
- G15477 · G1504410:391h11Gloucester station (GCR)11:50Swindon station (SWI)£261One-way1 change
- W3522510:190h43Gloucester station (GCR)11:02Swindon station (SWI)£101One-way0 changes
- W3522711:190h43Gloucester station (GCR)12:02Swindon station (SWI)£101One-way0 changes
- W352239:190h44Gloucester station (GCR)10:03Swindon station (SWI)£141One-way0 changes
- W352176:100h45Gloucester station (GCR)6:55Swindon station (SWI)£301One-way0 changes
- W352218:140h46Gloucester station (GCR)9:00Swindon station (SWI)£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester 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 train which can get you there in 45m. 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 £7.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m 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
Gloucester to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Swindon trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35247 | On time 21:19 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h44 | 22:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y41556 | On time 22:28 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h45 | 23:13 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| W35217 | 6:10 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h45 | 6:55 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15469 · W35166 | 6:27 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h24 | 7:51 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
| G15053 | 7:05 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h49 | 7:54 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15468 · W35169 | 7:34 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h15 | 8:49 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
| W35221 | 8:14 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h46 | 9:00 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35223 | 9:19 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h44 | 10:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15488 · G15043 | 9:40 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h07 | 10:47 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
| W35225 | 10:19 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h43 | 11:02 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15477 · G15044 | 10:39 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h11 | 11:50 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
| W35227 | 11:19 Gloucester station (GCR) | 0h43 | 12:02 Swindon station (SWI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15478 · W35182 | 11:40 Gloucester station (GCR) | 1h07 | 12:47 Swindon station (SWI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Swindon
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Trains from Gloucester to Swindon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 43m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Swindon trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester 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: Gloucester to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Swindon
Most Gloucester to Swindon trains use the Gloucester to Swindon station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Swindon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Swindon leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Swindon station do trains from Gloucester 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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