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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£284
Average price
£293
Fastest journey
5 h 49 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Edinburgh will cost around £293 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £284.
To travel from Swindon to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G00854 · G010648:087h59Swindon station (SWI)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2841One-way2 changes- G14936+G66730+
W342869:087h10Swindon station (SWI)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2841One-way2 changes - G14898+
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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross9:206h14Swindon station (SWI)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes - W34472+G80226+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross9:455h53Swindon station (SWI)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- V00812+G80216+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:156h12Swindon station (SWI)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- W35167+G80221+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:505h49Swindon station (SWI)14:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- W34472+G80226+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross9:455h53Swindon station (SWI)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- V00812+G80216+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:156h12Swindon station (SWI)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- G14898+G80224+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross9:206h14Swindon station (SWI)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2971One-way2 changes
- G14936+G66730+W342869:087h10Swindon station (SWI)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2841One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Swindon to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 497 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£152 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Swindon to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80216+V00812+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:03 8:15Swindon station (SWI) | 6h12 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| C02052+G01062+W35167+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:33 8:50Swindon station (SWI) | 6h20 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
| G80221+W35167+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:30 8:50Swindon station (SWI) | 5h49 | 14:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80224+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G14898 | Delayed 10:03 9:20Swindon station (SWI) | 6h14 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80226+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+W34472 | Delayed 10:30 9:45Swindon station (SWI) | 5h53 | 15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80228+G14899+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 11:03 10:10Swindon station (SWI) | 6h17 | 16:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80232+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+W35432 | Delayed 11:30 10:51Swindon station (SWI) | 5h51 | 16:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Edinburgh
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Trains from Swindon to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Edinburgh from £18. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Edinburgh
Most Swindon to Edinburgh trains use the Swindon to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Gateway. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swindon station do trains to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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 Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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