The average train between Lancaster and Swindon takes 4h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster 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 every 2 hours between Lancaster and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Swindon at 11:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Swindon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Swindon station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Lancaster to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Lancaster to Swindon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Lancaster and Swindon is 285.1 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 53m.