Swansea to Swindon train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Swindon

Showing times and prices for Dec 14

Cheapest price

€37

Average price

€44

Fastest journey

1 h 58 m

Average duration

2 h 43 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Swindon will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Swansea for Swindon on Sun, Dec 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 14 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .

On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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 Rail
07:20PM1h58
Swansea
09:18PMSwindon
371One-way
0 transfers
Transport for Wales
09:32AM3h27
Swansea
12:59PMSwindon
521One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Swansea to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 150 km

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3h 58m

Average total duration

3h 28m

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Live departures

Swansea to Swindon train times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Swindon trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:02 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transport_for_wales9:32 AM Swansea
3h27
12:59 PM Swindon0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Swansea to Swindon

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Trains from Swansea to Swindon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 53m.

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
150 km
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 53m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:02
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, first_great_western, Transport for Wales from Swansea to Swindon trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Swindon from €13. 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
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
€21
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 52m
Cheapest Price
€109
first_great_western frequency
19 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
€93
Transport for Wales frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Swansea to Swindon

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Swindon can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Swansea to Swindon is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swansea to Swindon train time is 1 h 52 min   covering the 149 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Swansea to Swindon leaves at 00: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Swansea to Swindon leaves at 22: 57.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Swansea to Swindon without having to change trains with first_great_western. There are 6 direct trains from Swansea to Swindon each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Swansea to Swindon train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Swansea and Swindon to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Swansea, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Swindon, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Swindon from Swansea is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 52 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to Swindon by train is July.
You have options as you can travel between Swansea and Swindon 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Swansea to Swindon

Swansea
Swindon
The major train station for departures in Swansea is Swansea. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea for your trip from Swansea to Swindon.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00 Tickets requiring reservations: Mon-Sat 0910-1845
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Mariners Road (until 30 April 2019). Thereafter please use the top level of Ivy Street (High Street) multistorey car park.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: on concourse
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Swansea
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the bus stops on High Street outside the station

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