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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Swindon
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$247
Average price
$249
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
506 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Swindon will cost around $249 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $247.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Swindon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 7 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 24 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.
08:39AM7h24
Glasgow04:03PMSwindon
$2471One-way
0 changes
07:00AM6h48
Glasgow01:48PMSwindon
$2501One-way
0 changes
04:48AM7h14
Glasgow12:02PMSwindon
$2501One-way
0 changes
07:00AM6h48
Glasgow01:48PMSwindon
$2501One-way
0 changes
04:48AM7h14
Glasgow12:02PMSwindon
$2501One-way
0 changes
08:39AM7h24
Glasgow04:03PMSwindon
$2471One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $123.
Distance: 506 km
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6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Swindon train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 9:44 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:48 am Glasgow | 7h14 | 12:02 pm Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 am Glasgow | 6h48 | 1:48 pm Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:39 am Glasgow | 7h24 | 4:03 pm Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Swindon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Swindon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $123 but you can travel from only $32 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $32
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 04:26 |
Last train 23:40 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $32
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, LNER from Glasgow to Swindon trainsAvanti West Coast, LNER trains will get you between Glasgow and Swindon from $32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 22m
Cheapest Price
$108
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 13m
Cheapest Price
$273
LNER frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Glasgow to Swindon train
FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Swindon.
Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Swindon can start from as little as $128 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Swindon is $290; 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 Glasgow to Swindon is 6 h 49 min to travel the 505 km long journey, with around there are 5 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Glasgow to Swindon leaves at 4: 26am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Glasgow to Swindon leaves at 11: 40pm.
There are 5 trains a day from Glasgow to Swindon which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Glasgow to Swindon train with Avanti West Coast or LNER. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Swindon from Glasgow as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a train from Glasgow to Swindon is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Swindon including taking a train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Swindon
Glasgow
Swindon
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Barnhill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barnhill for your trip from Glasgow to Swindon.
Barnhill
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Barnhill
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Edgefauld Road (off Petershill Road) between the totem pole and the bus stop
Dalmarnock
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:37 - 23:15 Saturday 06:37 - 23:15 Sunday 09:55 - 18:11
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- 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 access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Dalmarnock
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Dalmarnock Road
Glasgow Central
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park
Dining
- Burger King
- Krispy Kreme
- Gordon St Coffee
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- The Beer House
- Patisserie Valerie
- Alston Bar & Beef
Taxis
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
Accessibility
- There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
- voco Grand Central Glasgow
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- There is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Public transport options for Glasgow Central
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
- Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.
Glasgow Queen Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Address
Glasgow Queen Street station, North Hanover Street, George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G1 2AFTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
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 access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Glasgow Queen Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
Hillington East
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 14:14 Saturday 07:10 - 14:14 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1, level access from street to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hillington East
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Carnegie Road
Hyndland
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 23:30 Saturday 06:10 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:35
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- 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 access to Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Island Platform. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hyndland
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Clarence Drive
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 Glasgow.
Swindon
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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