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from Edinburgh to Swindon

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Travel Information between Edinburgh and Swindon

distanceDistance308 miles (497 km)
modeAvailable travel modesCoach, flight or train
priceTicket price range£24 - £109
cheapestCheapest modeCoach • £24 • 13 h 25 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • £50 • 1 h 15 min
carriersPopular travel companiesNational Express, easyJet or London North Eastern Railway

Travel 308 miles (497 km) by coach, flight or train between Edinburgh and Swindon. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 15 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a coach is the best option with prices starting as low as £24. The most popular travel providers which serve this trip are National Express, easyJet or London North Eastern Railway among others. Travellers can even take a direct from Edinburgh to Swindon.

Travel Tips

Travel from Edinburgh to Swindon
Travel to Swindon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Swindon.
FAQs
How do you get from Edinburgh to Swindon?

You can travel to Swindon from Edinburgh 3 different ways: coach, flight or train.

How do I get from Edinburgh to Swindon the cheapest way?

The cheapest way from Edinburgh to Swindon is by taking a coach. You can find average ticket prices around £24 compared to other travel options to Swindon:

A coach is about £26 less than a flight, which costs on average £50 for this route.

A coach is generally £85 less than a train for the same trip. A train costs on average £109 from Edinburgh to Swindon.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Swindon?

The quickest way to travel from Edinburgh to Swindon is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 15 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, going by coach can take 13 h 25 min   on average.

In comparison, taking a train requires on average 6 h 12 min   of travel time.

How far is Swindon from Edinburgh?

The distance from Edinburgh to Swindon is approximately 308 miles (497 km).

How many services a day are there to Swindon from Edinburgh?

The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Swindon is:

  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Edinburgh to Swindon as scheduled services by coach, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

What are the departure and arrival points in Edinburgh and in Swindon?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from Edinburgh to Swindon:

  • Coaches mostly leave from Edinburgh, Elder Street and tend to arrive in Swindon.
  • Trains most often depart from Edinburgh at Edinburgh Waverley and arrive in Swindon at Swindon.
Which travel operators can get me from Edinburgh to Swindon?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Travel with National Express to go to Swindon by coach. For a good deal on tickets, you can find National Express Edinburgh to Swindon tickets on Omio for £24.
  • Travel with easyJet for flights to Swindon. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for easyJet Edinburgh to Swindon tickets on Omio for £50.
  • London North Eastern Railway can get you to Swindon by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Swindon for £109 on Omio.
What other destinations are worth visiting after travelling from Edinburgh to Swindon?
Many of our customers who book a trip from Edinburgh to Swindon often extend their holiday and travel to other popular destinations like London, Bristol or Birmingham. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Edinburgh and Swindon itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Swindon and any of these top destinations today!
When should I purchase a ticket between Edinburgh and Swindon online to score the best deals?

When planning your trip from Edinburgh to Swindon, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Coach tickets are costing on average £24 one way.
  • Plane tickets cost £50 one way on average.
  • Train tickets cost £109 one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Edinburgh to Swindon online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.