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Welwyn Garden City to Swindon train times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Swindon trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 05:18
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 09:51 Welwyn Garden City | 2h17 | 12:08 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon
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Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 2h 16m.
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
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 05:28 |
Last train 20:21 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Welwyn Garden City and Swindon from £35. 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 17m
Cheapest Price
£52
Great Western Rail frequency
4 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
FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Swindon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.
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 Welwyn Garden City to Swindon is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 16m. However, there are 8 trains available per day, covering a distance of 112 km.
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.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Passengers can enjoy views of the Hertfordshire countryside and glimpses of the Cotswolds' rolling hills as they travel through various landscapes, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon is by train, costing approximately £35.
The train distance from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon is 112 km.
The last train from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon departs at 20:21.
Booking trains from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
There is no night train service from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon.
The train journey from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 2h 16m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train station in Welwyn Garden City that goes to Swindon is Welwyn Garden City station (WGC), and it arrives at Swindon station (SWI).
The first train from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon leaves at 5:28.
Trains from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon.
Yes, you can take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon.
The cost of a train ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £41.
To get from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Swindon
Welwyn Garden City
Swindon
The major train station for departures in Welwyn Garden City is Welwyn Garden City. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Welwyn Garden City for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Swindon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
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 Welwyn Garden City.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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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