The average train between Plymouth and Swindon takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Swindon at 11:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Plymouth to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Plymouth to Swindon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Plymouth and Swindon is 211.6 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Swindon via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 54m.