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

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

Showing times and prices for 19 Nov

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£95

Fastest journey

2 h 32 m

Average duration

2 h 40 m

Trains per day

6

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 £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.

Fast trains

To travel from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

Great Western RailP08168+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81610
06:032h42
Swindon station (SWI)
08:45Stansted Airport (SSD)
£371One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08169+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81634
06:292h45
Swindon station (SWI)
09:14Stansted Airport (SSD)
£721One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08503+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81658
06:572h49
Swindon station (SWI)
09:46Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1131One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08170+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81670
07:102h45
Swindon station (SWI)
09:55Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1131One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08472+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81646
06:532h37
Swindon station (SWI)
09:30Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1171One-way
2 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 £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 146 km

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Coach

£39

Average Price

£29

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Cheapest

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

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Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

3h 21m

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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, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08168+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81610
On time
06:03 Swindon station (SWI)
2h42
08:45 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
great_westernP08169+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81634
On time
06:29 Swindon station (SWI)
2h45
09:14 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
great_westernP08472+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81646
On time
06:53 Swindon station (SWI)
2h37
09:30 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
great_westernP08503+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81658
On time
06:57 Swindon station (SWI)
2h49
09:46 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
great_westernP08170+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+greater_angliaY81670
On time
07:10 Swindon station (SWI)
2h45
09:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
2 changes
great_westernP08473+tfl_railP07677+greater_angliaY10342 · Y81670
On time
07:23 Swindon station (SWI)
2h32
09:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3 changes

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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 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 09:19. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 22m.

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 £21
Distance
146 km
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 22m
First train
06:40
Last train
09:19
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 £21

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, first_great_western from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Abellio Greater Anglia, first_great_western trains will get you between Swindon station (SWI) and London Stansted Airport from £21. 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 21m
Cheapest Price
£22
Great Western Rail frequency
9 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

Abellio 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 37m
Cheapest Price
£41
Abellio Greater Anglia frequency
2 a day
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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£114
first_great_western frequency
25 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 cheapest way to get from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £21.
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 distance from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport is 146 km.
The train journey from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 146 km and takes approximately 2h 22m. Trains run 10 per day.
The last train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport departs at 9:19.
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 £39.
There is no night train service from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport.
The first train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport leaves at 6:40.
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.
Yes, you can take the train 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.

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

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ShoppingShopping
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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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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