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Compare coach and train for Swindon to Chessington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Chessington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 105 km
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3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Chessington
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Trains from Swindon to Chessington run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 2h 30m.
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 £6
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 19:34 |
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 £6
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Swindon to Chessington trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Swindon and Chessington from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£37
Great Western Rail 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
FAQs: Swindon to Chessington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Chessington 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 Chessington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Swindon to Chessington is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 30m. However, trains run 7 times per day.
For a fulfilling experience at Chessington, one to two days are typically sufficient to explore Chessington World of Adventures, enjoying its various rides, zoo, and themed areas.
The train journey from Swindon to Chessington offers pleasant views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and green fields, particularly as you travel through the areas surrounding Reading and past Richmond Park before approaching Chessington.
Booking trains from Swindon to Chessington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Swindon to Chessington is 105 km.
To get from Swindon to Chessington, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Chessington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £37, while the average price tends to be around £37.
The train journey from Swindon to Chessington covers a distance of 105 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Swindon to Chessington leaves at 4:56.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Chessington is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The last train from Swindon to Chessington departs at 19:34.
Trains from Swindon to Chessington run approximately 7 times per day.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Chessington is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Chessington South (CSS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Chessington.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Chessington.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Chessington.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Chessington.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Chessington
Swindon
Chessington
The major train station for departures in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your trip from Swindon to Chessington.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Chessington is Chessington South. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Chessington South for your journey to Chessington from Swindon.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent outside of station.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Level access to platform is via a ramp
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Chessington South
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop'B' opposite station entrance, Garrison Lane.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 12:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
Public transport options for Chessington North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bridge Road bus stop 'S' outside station entrance
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