- Recommended
Eltham Palace and Gardens
Historic house museum in nearby Eltham with art, interiors and changing exhibitions. Worth visiting for design lovers and local cultural context.
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Compare coach and train for Swindon to Abbey Wood
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Abbey Wood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £79, and a coach costs an average of £78.
Distance: 131 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Abbey Wood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Abbey Wood run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £78 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £78
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £78
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Abbey Wood trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Abbey Wood from £78. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
£20
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£79
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Abbey Wood
Things to do in Abbey Wood
Discover the best of Abbey Wood — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Abbey Wood trip today.
- Recommended
The Tide and public art at North Greenwich
Major contemporary art gallery in North Greenwich showing ambitious exhibitions by leading artists in a striking riverside building.
Lesnes Abbey Lodge Museum
Volunteer-run local museum covering Thamesmead, Abbey Wood and surrounding districts through photographs, objects and community history displays.
- Must visit
Lesnes Abbey Woods
Large park around the ruins of Lesnes Abbey, with woodlands, meadows and broad views. A local favourite for walking and quiet heritage.
- Recommended
Crossness Nature Reserve
Wild riverside reserve on the Thames with marshes, birdlife and open paths. Ideal for nature walks close to Abbey Wood station.
- Recommended
Bostall Heath and Woods
Expansive public common with ponds, tracks and seasonal colour. Popular for longer walks and a more local, less crowded green escape.
Pie and Mash
Pie and mash is a classic South London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long linked to working-class London food culture.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Jellied eels are a traditional East and South London speciality, made by cooking eels in spiced stock that sets into a savoury jelly.
London Porter
London porter is a dark beer style with roasted malt flavours, historically brewed in London and still strongly associated with the capital.
Spice Island
Friendly Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites, popular for reliable neighbourhood dining.
The Rose
Casual café and grill near Abbey Wood known locally for hearty breakfasts, kebabs and everyday comfort food in a relaxed setting.
The Harrow Inn
Traditional pub atmosphere with beers, grills and familiar British pub meals, suitable for a relaxed local lunch or dinner.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for outer London: dining and transport are manageable, but accommodation and central sightseeing costs are higher than in many UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service charge may be added in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12% if service was good. Taxis often round up or add 10%. Cafes usually do not require a tip, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Swindon to Abbey Wood train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Abbey Wood 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 Abbey Wood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Abbey Wood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £79.
The train journey from Swindon to Abbey Wood covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 1h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Abbey Wood is 131 km.
The first train from Swindon to Abbey Wood leaves at 5:34.
The last train from Swindon to Abbey Wood departs at 22:46.
Trains from Swindon to Abbey Wood run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Abbey Wood.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Abbey Wood.
To get from Swindon to Abbey Wood, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Abbey Wood.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Abbey Wood is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Abbey Wood Station (ABW).
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Abbey Wood is by coach, costing approximately £78.
Booking trains from Swindon to Abbey Wood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swindon to Abbey Wood primarily travels through urban and suburban landscapes, offering limited scenic views compared to more rural routes.
A day trip from Swindon to Abbey Wood is feasible with a travel time of 1h 24m and a frequency of 3 times per day for trains over a distance of 131 km.
Visitors typically spend about 1 to 2 days in Abbey Wood to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding green spaces.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Abbey Wood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Abbey Wood
Most Swindon to Abbey Wood trains use the Swindon to Abbey Wood Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Abbey Wood train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Swindon
Arrival train stations in Abbey Wood
Which Swindon station do trains to Abbey Wood leave from?
Trains from Swindon to Abbey Wood leave from Swindon. The station is 1 km from Swindon city centre at Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ.
SwindonSwindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Bus82, 49 · 6m · £4 · every ~6 min
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.
Which Abbey Wood station do trains from Swindon arrive at?
Trains from Swindon to Abbey Wood arrive at Abbey Wood Station. Abbey Wood Station is 1 km from Abbey Wood city centre.
Abbey Wood StationAbbey Wood station, Wilton Road, Abbey Wood, Greater London, SE2 9RH+44 343 222 1234
City-centre transport
Getting to Abbey Wood Station from Abbey Wood city centre
Bus469, N1 · 7m · £4 · every ~19 min
Abbey Wood Station train station facilities and services
Abbey Wood Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Abbey Wood Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Abbey Wood Station. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Abbey Wood Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Abbey Wood Station: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available in the ticket hall and platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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