Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Overview: trains from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent

Find the key information for travelling by train from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:12 View journey
Last train 23:14 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 163
Trains / day 39 View all
Cheapest journey AU$278.86 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 17m
Train operators 8

Travelling from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent by train

Considering a train trip from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train tickets between Swindon and Stoke-on-Trent

The cheapest train tickets from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent start at AU$278.86. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 4 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train schedule for travel between Swindon and Stoke-on-Trent

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 39 trains make this journey of 163 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Swindon is at 06:28 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:18.

During the weekend, 06:12 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:14 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 14 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 37 minutes, spanning 163 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent trains

Tickets for travel to Stoke-on-Trent along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Stoke-on-Trent.

FAQs about the train journey from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent

Want to know more about your journey from Swindon to Stoke-on-Trent? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Swindon and Stoke-on-Trent spans 163 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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