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River & Rowing Museum
Museum beside the river covering rowing, the Thames, and Henley history. Interactive displays and Regatta stories make it one of the town's main cultural stops.
Take a train from Swindon to Henley-on-Thames and enjoy the approximately 61 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:58.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 44m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Museum beside the river covering rowing, the Thames, and Henley history. Interactive displays and Regatta stories make it one of the town's main cultural stops.
Small gallery and arts venue presenting changing exhibitions by local and visiting artists. A useful stop for contemporary art in the town centre.
Compact community museum in nearby River and Rowing Museum collections context is unavailable, so this local heritage display offers added background on the area.
Tree-lined riverside promenade and park popular for boating views, picnics, and Regatta atmosphere. It is one of the best places for a relaxed walk.
Picturesque waterside reach south of the centre known for footpaths, rowing views, and access towards the Regatta course and countryside.
Historic shopping street with traditional buildings, independent shops, and easy access to the river. It is ideal for exploring the town centre on foot.
An Oxfordshire sausage of pork, veal, lemon and herbs, linked to nearby Oxford and long served across local pubs and homes.
A soft, baked rich cheese from Oxfordshire, often served warm with bread. It is a notable regional dairy speciality from the Thames Valley area.
A traditional Oxfordshire plum and almond tart or pie, associated with local fruit growing and country baking in the county.
Smart riverside dining in a historic hotel, known for polished modern British cooking and a refined setting near the bridge.
Popular modern British bistro with steak, seafood and grill dishes in a stylish yet relaxed central Henley setting.
Lively pub and dining room serving British favourites, local drinks and seasonal dishes close to the Thames.
Moderate for southern England: rooms and dining can be pricey, but pubs, cafés and rail links keep typical visitor costs below London.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés and pubs: optional small change or round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Henley-on-Thames 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 Henley-on-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Swindon to Henley-on-Thames trains use the Swindon to Henley-on-Thames station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Henley-on-Thames train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
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.
Henley-on-Thames has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Henley-on-Thames.
Wi-Fi is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Ticket office support is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Henley-on-Thames: 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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