The average train between Derby and Swindon takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby to Swindon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Derby and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Swindon at 5:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.
Derby to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Derby to Swindon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Derby and Swindon is 153.2 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Swindon via Bristol Parkway in around 2h 35m.