Melksham to Swindon by train

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Overview: trains from Melksham to Swindon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Melksham to Swindon, 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 05:33 View journey
Last train 21:32 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 26m View journey
Distance (km) 32
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey €19.64 View journey
Avg journey time 30m
Train operators 3

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Cost of train travel from Melksham to Swindon

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Melksham to Swindon:

  • Cheapest ticket: €19.64

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

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Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Melksham and Swindon

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 33 trains make this journey of 32 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Melksham is at 05:33 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:32.

During the weekend, 07:49 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 19:57 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 4 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Melksham and Swindon

The route’s fastest journey takes 26 minutes, covering a total of 32 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Melksham to Swindon?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 5 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Melksham to Swindon

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Melksham and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Swindon city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Melksham to Swindon

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

The train journey from Melksham to Swindon covers 32 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.