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Great Western RailP08274
09:000h53
London Paddington (PAD)
09:53Swindon station (SWI)
57 €1One-way
0 changes
Great Western RailP08273
08:300h50
London Paddington (PAD)
09:20Swindon station (SWI)
57 €1One-way
0 changes
Great Western RailP08238
09:180h51
London Paddington (PAD)
10:09Swindon station (SWI)
59 €1One-way
0 changes

How to get to Swindon by Train

Located only a short distance from the capital, London to Swindon is a popular commuter route, and services are regular, running as often as every 15 minutes from just after 5.00 a.m. until 11.30 p.m. First Great Western are the main service provider on this route; their Swindon trains depart from Paddington in north-west London. Services may be busier than usual in the morning rush hour with commuters on their way to work, but even with larger numbers of passengers the whole journey should take less than an hour. All services are direct with no changes necessary.

Swindon

Visitors can learn all about the local history at the Swindon Museum. It has displays about the area's past, as well as some interesting archaeological finds discovered in the town. Nearby you'll find Swindon Art Gallery, which is free to enter and boasts works by major modern artists such as Lowry and Henry Moore. Fans of rail travel may well want to check out Steam: The Great Western Railway Museum. Those looking for retail therapy can also indulge at the Shopping Village retail park. Swindon has a rich history, and there are lots stately homes to visit, many with extensive grounds and beautiful, landscape gardens you can enjoy in the summertime. Avebury Manor and Garden is one of the must-visits in the area.

Popular trains to and from Swindon

Popular trains to Swindon

London to Swindon train

from £15
Direct trains available
0h49 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
  • Great Western Rail
  • South Western Railway

Luton to Swindon train

from £18
Direct trains available
2h08 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
  • Great Western Rail
  • Thameslink

Bristol to Swindon train

from £19
Direct trains available
0h30 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
  • Great Western Rail

Norwich to Swindon train

from £47
Direct trains available
3h10 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
  • Abellio Greater Anglia

Macclesfield to Swindon train

from £121
Direct trains available
4h12 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
  • CrossCountry
  • Avanti West Coast

Popular trains from Swindon

Swindon to Cardiff train

from £14
Direct trains available
0h54 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • CrossCountry
  • Great Western Rail

Swindon to Bristol train

from £16
Direct trains available
0h36 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • Great Western Rail

Swindon to London train

from £21
Direct trains available
0h49 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
  • South Western Railway
  • Great Western Rail
  • Tfl Rail

Swindon to Weymouth train

from £26
Direct trains available
2h13 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • South Western Railway
  • Great Western Rail
  • CrossCountry

Swindon to Blackpool train

from £55
Direct trains available
4h12 average duration
14trains per day
Served by
  • Avanti West Coast
  • CrossCountry

How to get to Swindon by Train

Located only a short distance from the capital, London to Swindon is a popular commuter route, and services are regular, running as often as every 15 minutes from just after 5.00 a.m. until 11.30 p.m. First Great Western are the main service provider on this route; their Swindon trains depart from Paddington in north-west London. Services may be busier than usual in the morning rush hour with commuters on their way to work, but even with larger numbers of passengers the whole journey should take less than an hour. All services are direct with no changes necessary.

Swindon

Visitors can learn all about the local history at the Swindon Museum. It has displays about the area's past, as well as some interesting archaeological finds discovered in the town. Nearby you'll find Swindon Art Gallery, which is free to enter and boasts works by major modern artists such as Lowry and Henry Moore. Fans of rail travel may well want to check out Steam: The Great Western Railway Museum. Those looking for retail therapy can also indulge at the Shopping Village retail park. Swindon has a rich history, and there are lots stately homes to visit, many with extensive grounds and beautiful, landscape gardens you can enjoy in the summertime. Avebury Manor and Garden is one of the must-visits in the area.

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Great Western Rail

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.
Learn more about Great Western Rail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£22
Great Western Rail frequency
8 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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Learn more about South Western Railway
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 3m
Cheapest Price
£27
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£76
first_great_western frequency
25 a day

station information and facilities

Train stations in Swindon

SwindonWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Swindon
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
Swindon, Bus StationWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
address
Address
Fleming Way, Swindon SN1 1BB, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is via Fleming Way.
Dining
Dining
  • The Weighbridge Brewhouse
  • The Jewel in the Crown
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Travelodge Swindon Central
  • Jurys Inn Swindon
  • The Great Western Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for local services
  • Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional services
Public transport options for Swindon, Bus Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Swindon Railway Station is nearby

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