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G150588:031h48Swindon station (SWI)9:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change- G00739+G148968:102h08Swindon station (SWI)10:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- W35059+G667166:321h47Swindon station (SWI)8:19Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- G00738+W344566:032h12Swindon station (SWI)8:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- G00847+V008145:282h23Swindon station (SWI)7:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- W35059+G667166:321h47Swindon station (SWI)8:19Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- G00851+G150588:031h48Swindon station (SWI)9:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- W35060+G667217:301h50Swindon station (SWI)9:20Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- G00739+G148968:102h08Swindon station (SWI)10:18Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
- G00738+W344566:032h12Swindon station (SWI)8:15Birmingham New Street (BHM)£701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Swindon to Birmingham is coach, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 103 km
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£56 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Swindon to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Birmingham trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W34456+G00738 | On time 6:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h12 | 8:15 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
W34456+G00738+ Y81042 | On time 6:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h27 | 8:30 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
| G14893 · G15359+G00849 | On time 6:29 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h22 | 8:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| G14893+G00849 | On time 6:29 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h22 | 8:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| W35059+G66716 | 6:32 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h47 | 8:19 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G15058+G00851 | 8:03 Swindon station (SWI) | 1h48 | 9:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G14896+G00739 | 8:10 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h08 | 10:18 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
G14896+G00739+ L37446 | 8:10 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h34 | 10:44 Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 2 changes | |
| V00812+G00855 | 8:15 Swindon station (SWI) | 2h36 | 10:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Birmingham
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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Swindon to Birmingham, including direct trains, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Lowest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Birmingham trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Birmingham from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swindon to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Birmingham
Most Swindon to Birmingham trains use the Swindon to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swindon station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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