Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 04 Apr

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

2 h 34 m

Average duration

3 h 15 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

146 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Swindon station (SWI) for London Stansted Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    9:232h34
    Swindon station (SWI)
    11:57London Stansted Airport
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    8:253h30
    Swindon station (SWI)
    11:55London Stansted Airport
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • Elizabeth line
    8:153h40
    Swindon station (SWI)
    11:55London Stansted Airport
    £811One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 146 km

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Coach

£47

Average Price

£36

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Cheapest

2h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 56m

Average total duration

3h 26m

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Live departures

Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
tfl_rail8:15 Swindon station (SWI)
3h40
11:55 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western8:25 Swindon station (SWI)
3h30
11:55 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western9:23 Swindon station (SWI)
2h34
11:57 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Great Western Railway as well as Greater Anglia or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 33m.

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 £22
Distance
146 km
Average train duration
1h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 33m
First train
8:10
Last train
16:53
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 £22

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon station (SWI) and London Stansted Airport from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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 33m
Cheapest Price
£22
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

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£27
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£102
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 2h 33m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport is 146 km.
The first train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 8:10.
The last train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport departs at 16:53.
Trains from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
To get from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swindon to London Stansted Airport is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, with views of towns, residential areas, and some countryside, but lacks notable landmarks or dramatic landscapes.
A day trip from Swindon to London Stansted Airport is not feasible due to the journey time of 2h 33m. The train frequency is 10 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon station (SWI) and London Stansted Airport

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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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)

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