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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Manchester
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Manchester will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Of the 4 trains that leave Swindon for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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.
8:403h19Swindon11:59Manchester£951One-way0 changes- 9:413h54Swindon13:35Manchester£1251One-way0 changes
8:503h54Swindon12:44Manchester£1281One-way0 changes- 4:284h01Swindon8:29Manchester£1361One-way0 changes
- 8:403h19Swindon11:59Manchester£951One-way0 changes
- 9:413h54Swindon13:35Manchester£1251One-way0 changes
- 8:503h54Swindon12:44Manchester£1281One-way0 changes
- 4:284h01Swindon8:29Manchester£1361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Swindon to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 216 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swindon to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00883+ W35073 | Delayed 14:40 14:30Swindon station (SWI) | 3h29 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00887+W34894 · W34498 | Delayed 14:39 14:41Swindon station (SWI) | 3h48 | 18:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
W33873+W35434+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | Delayed 15:33 14:49Swindon station (SWI) | 3h55 | 18:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00888+W35075 | Delayed 15:40 15:30Swindon station (SWI) | 3h29 | 18:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00891+G15074 | Delayed 15:39 15:57Swindon station (SWI) | 3h32 | 19:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00894+G15031 | Delayed 16:40 16:30Swindon station (SWI) | 3h29 | 19:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Manchester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Manchester from £15. 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 Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Manchester
Most Swindon to Manchester trains use the Swindon to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swindon station do trains to Manchester 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Swindon arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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 Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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