How to get to Swindon from Maidstone

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Compare for Maidstone to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidstone to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £54.

Distance: 163 km

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£54

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Cheapest

£32

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2h 44m

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2h 14m

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2h 16m

Average total duration

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Compare ways to travel from Maidstone to Swindon

Compare the available ways to get from Maidstone to Swindon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Swindon is a train with an average price of £54.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 44m.
Yes, you can take a between Maidstone and Swindon.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 14m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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FAQs: Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Swindon.

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You can travel between Maidstone and Swindon by .
The cheapest way to travel from Maidstone to Swindon is a train with an average price of £54.
The fastest way to travel from Maidstone to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 44m.
The Maidstone to Swindon distance is approximately 163 km.
The average frequency per day from Maidstone to Swindon is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Maidstone and Swindon as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Maidstone to Swindon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Maidstone East (MDE) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Maidstone to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Southeastern, Great Western Railway to go to Swindon by train.
Omio customers who travel from Maidstone to Swindon often also extend their vacation to go to London Paddington (PAD), London, Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), Bristol, Bath. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swindon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Maidstone to Swindon, you can take a .
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.

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