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Compare train for Tamworth to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tamworth to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 120 km
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2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tamworth to Swindon
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Trains from Tamworth to Swindon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 2h 13m.
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 £18
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 16:30 |
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 £18
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Tamworth to Swindon trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Tamworth and Swindon from £18. 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
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
£105
Cross Country frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Tamworth to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tamworth to Swindon 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 Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Tamworth to Swindon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Swindon, you can visit the Richard Jefferies Museum to learn about the Victorian nature writer, enjoy performances at the Wyvern Theatre, and explore the Swindon and Cricklade Railway for scenic rides. For a relaxing day, take a stroll through Queens Park or experience the local art scene at the Swindon Arts Centre. Notable sights include the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, Coate Water Country Park, and the Swindon Designer Outlet for shopping. The Museum of Computing offers a look into the history of computing.
Swindon typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its key attractions such as the Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, and the Swindon Designer Outlet.
A day trip from Tamworth to Swindon is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 13m. Trains run 2 times per day over a distance of 120 km.
The train journey from Tamworth to Swindon offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with green fields and charming villages, though it is not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
The cost of a train ticket from Tamworth to Swindon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £89, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The cheapest way to get from Tamworth to Swindon is by coach, costing approximately £18.
The train distance from Tamworth to Swindon is 120 km.
The train station in Tamworth that goes to Swindon is Tamworth station (TAM), and it arrives at Swindon station (SWI).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tamworth to Swindon.
The train journey from Tamworth to Swindon covers a distance of 120 km and takes approximately 2h 13m. Trains run 2 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Tamworth to Swindon.
To travel from Tamworth to Swindon, you can take a train.
The first train from Tamworth to Swindon leaves at 5:28.
The last train from Tamworth to Swindon departs at 16:30.
Trains from Tamworth to Swindon run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tamworth to Swindon.
There is no night train service from Tamworth to Swindon.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tamworth and Swindon
Tamworth
Swindon
The major train station for departures in Tamworth is Tamworth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tamworth for your trip from Tamworth to Swindon.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 16:45 None
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:10-20:00, Saturday 06:10-20:00 and Sunday 09:15-16:45. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: N/A
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Tamworth
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside the station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Swindon is Swindon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon for your journey to Swindon from Tamworth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- 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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