Swindon to Melksham train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Melksham

Showing times and prices for 12 Aug

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

25 m

Average duration

25 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Melksham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swindon to Melksham will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Swindon for Melksham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .

The slowest trains will take 25 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
    12:140h25
    Swindon
    12:39Melksham
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swindon to Melksham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Melksham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 32 km

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Coach

£10

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

54m

Average total duration

Fastest

24m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 25m

Average total duration

55m

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30m

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Live departures

Swindon to Melksham train times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Melksham trains for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayC48807
On time
8:44 Swindon station (SWI)
0h24
9:08 Melksham station (MKM)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC48809
On time
11:05 Swindon station (SWI)
0h25
11:30 Melksham station (MKM)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC48814
On time
15:14 Swindon station (SWI)
0h24
15:38 Melksham station (MKM)
0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swindon to Melksham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swindon to Melksham.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swindon to Melksham.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swindon to Melksham.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swindon to Melksham.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swindon to Melksham

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Trains from Swindon to Melksham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 24m.

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 £5
Distance
32 km
Average train duration
24m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
24m
First train
6:03
Last train
22:31
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
7 days
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 £5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Melksham trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Melksham from £5. 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
24m
Cheapest Price
£7
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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
24m
Cheapest Price
£24
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Swindon to Melksham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Melksham 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 Melksham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Melksham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Swindon to Melksham covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Melksham is 32 km.
The first train from Swindon to Melksham leaves at 6:03.
The last train from Swindon to Melksham departs at 22:31.
Trains from Swindon to Melksham run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Melksham.
Yes, there is a direct train between Swindon and Melksham. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from Swindon to Melksham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Melksham.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Melksham is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Melksham station (MKM).
The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Melksham is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Swindon to Melksham 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 Melksham offers views of the picturesque Wiltshire countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming rural landscapes, providing a pleasant visual experience for passengers.
Yes, a day trip from Swindon to Melksham is feasible. The journey takes 24m and covers 32 km. Trains run 4 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
Spending one to two days in Melksham is typically sufficient to explore its local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Melksham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Melksham

Most Swindon to Melksham trains use the Swindon to Melksham station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Melksham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swindon
Arrival train stations in Melksham

Which Swindon station do trains to Melksham leave from?

Trains from Swindon to Melksham leave from Swindon. The station is 1 km from Swindon city centre at Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ.
SwindonSwindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre

Bus82, 49 · 6m · £4 · every ~6 min

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.

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