Bristol to Swindon train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Swindon

Showing times and prices for Aug 16

Cheapest price

€13

Average price

€13

Fastest journey

38 m

Average duration

38 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Swindon will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

Of the 11 trains that leave Bristol for Swindon on Sun, Aug 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .

On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 39 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 RailwayC33249 · C00165
    9:39 AM0h57
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:36 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    €131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC01232
    10:00 AM0h39
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:39 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC00698
    11:00 AM0h38
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:38 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    €131One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01066+Great Western RailwayC50038
    9:15 AM0h43
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:58 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    €131One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryW29776+Great Western RailwayC00123
    10:31 AM0h46
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:17 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    €131One-way
    1 transfer

Live departures

Bristol to Swindon train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Swindon trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34457
On time
5:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
6:08 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34459
On time
6:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
6:38 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34461
On time
6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
7:08 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41775 · W35164
On time
6:34 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h44
7:18 AM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34463
On time
7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
7:38 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34465
On time
7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:08 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01059+Great Western RailwayW35168
On time
7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
8:14 AM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34468
On time
8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:38 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42306
On time
8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h42
8:53 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34470
On time
8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
9:08 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42462 · W35172
On time
8:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h43
9:21 AM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42147
On time
8:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
9:37 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG00853+Great Western RailwayW35174
On time
9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h51
9:51 AM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42158
On time
9:18 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
9:56 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34475
On time
9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
10:08 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41787 · C422899:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
10:19 AM Swindon station (SWI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42148
On time
10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
10:40 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42310
On time
10:18 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
10:56 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42149
On time
10:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
11:09 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42463 · C42290
On time
10:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
11:19 AM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW3448411:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
11:38 AM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW3448611:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
12:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41835 · W35181
On time
11:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
12:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42150
On time
12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
12:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42314
On time
12:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
12:52 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34491
On time
12:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
1:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01072+Great Western RailwayW35184
On time
12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h45
1:17 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34494
On time
1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
1:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34497
On time
1:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
2:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41801 · C42292
On time
1:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
2:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34499
On time
2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
2:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42318
On time
2:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
2:52 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34501
On time
2:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
3:09 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42465 · C42293
On time
2:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h43
3:21 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42152
On time
3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
3:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42283
On time
3:19 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
3:58 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345063:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
4:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41815 · C42294
On time
3:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
4:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42153
On time
4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
4:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423234:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
4:53 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42154
On time
4:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
5:09 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41818 · W35195
On time
4:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h43
5:21 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345145:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
5:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345165:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
6:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY41822 · W35199
On time
5:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h41
6:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345186:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
6:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423276:18 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
6:56 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW345206:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
7:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42466 · C42296
On time
6:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h43
7:21 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW345227:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
7:39 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42155
On time
7:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:08 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC48623 · W35203
On time
7:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
8:18 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC42156
On time
8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h38
8:38 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC423318:17 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h39
8:56 PM Swindon station (SWI)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42718 · C42297
On time
8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h42
9:19 PM Swindon station (SWI)		1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35404
On time
9:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
9:40 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayW34529
On time
10:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
10:40 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayC42157
On time
10:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h42
11:12 PM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayY15291
On time
11:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0h40
12:10 AM Swindon station (SWI)		0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Swindon?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Swindon is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Swindon route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Swindon per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Swindon.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Swindon

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Trains from Bristol to Swindon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 58 km distance in 30m.

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
58 km
Average train duration
38m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
30m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:31 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
56 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

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Swindon trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Swindon from €9. 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
30m
Cheapest Price
€9
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
Learn more about Great Western Railway

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
36m
Cheapest Price
€63
Cross Country frequency
2 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
€45
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Swindon

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Swindon can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Swindon is €25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bristol to Swindon is 30m to travel the 58 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 11:31 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Bristol to Swindon with Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bristol to Swindon, you can count on Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to Swindon. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bristol and Swindon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Swindon from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Swindon is November.
Yes, you can take a train between Bristol and Swindon.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Swindon

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

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Swindon
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · €4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · €4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · €4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

More about Bristol Temple Meads
Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · €11 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · €4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · €4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · €4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.

Lawrence HillLawrence Hill station, Church Hill, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, City of, BS5 9JJParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Lawrence Hill from Bristol city centre

Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainAvonmouth - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Severn Beach - Salisbury, Clifton Down - Bristol Temple Meads, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Frome · 14m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus6, 7 · 9m · €4 · every ~30 min
41, 6, 7, 18 · 11m · €4 · every ~50 min

Lawrence Hill train station facilities and services

Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.

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