Edinburgh to Swindon by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Swindon
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Edinburgh to Swindon train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Swindon by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Swindon take around 5 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 497 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 23:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$132.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Swindon, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Swindon.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Swindon?
The journey between Edinburgh and Swindon usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Swindon every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Swindon?
The Edinburgh to Swindon train travel takes about 5 hours and 55 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Swindon train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Swindon leaving Edinburgh at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:48, with the final departure at 23:36.
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