The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
21 m
Trains on 20 Sept
19
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 19 trains from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW), including 19 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
C0602612:180h23Swindon station (SWI)12:41Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C0122810:310h23Swindon station (SWI)10:54Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
Y1529411:190h22Swindon station (SWI)11:41Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C0122711:400h21Swindon station (SWI)12:01Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C500489:320h22Swindon station (SWI)9:54Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C0018314:410h20Swindon station (SWI)15:01Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C0122711:400h21Swindon station (SWI)12:01Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C5004713:410h21Swindon station (SWI)14:02Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C5004418:410h21Swindon station (SWI)19:02Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
C5004015:410h21Swindon station (SWI)16:02Bristol Parkway (BPW)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 53 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW):
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Bristol Parkway (BPW) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 15m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (33m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34641 | On time 18:40 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 19:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42180 | On time 19:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 20:03 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
V13248 | On time 20:14 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 20:36 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42181 | On time 20:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 21:04 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34650 | On time 21:40 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 22:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C42371 | On time 22:57 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 23:19 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
C50048 | 9:32 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 9:54 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01228 | 10:31 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 10:54 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y15294 | 11:19 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 11:41 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01227 | 11:40 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h21 | 12:01 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C06026 | 12:18 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h23 | 12:41 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01226 | 12:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h21 | 13:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C33158 | 13:17 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h26 | 13:43 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C50047 | 13:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h21 | 14:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C00183 | 14:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h20 | 15:01 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C50046 | 15:19 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 15:41 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C50040 | 15:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h21 | 16:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C50042 | 16:41 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h21 | 17:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C06027 | 17:18 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h24 | 17:42 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
C50043 | 17:40 Swindon station (SWI) | 0h22 | 18:02 Bristol Parkway (BPW) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Trains from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 21m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 23:01 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swindon station (SWI) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) from £8. 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 station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) 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 Bristol Parkway (BPW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon station (SWI) and Bristol Parkway (BPW)
Most Swindon station (SWI) to Bristol Parkway (BPW) trains use the Swindon to Bristol Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon station (SWI) and Bristol Parkway (BPW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Bristol Parkway from Stoke Gifford city centre
Bristol Parkway train station facilities and services
Bristol Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bristol Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol Parkway. ATMs are available at Bristol Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Parkway: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Parkway: 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 via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
