The average train between Swindon and Wales takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Wales. 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 Swindon and Wales. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Wales at 9:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Wales? 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 Swindon to Wales. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Wales station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Swindon to Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Wales train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Swindon to Wales train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Swindon and Wales is 201.3 km. The road distance is 280 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Wales Road/Limetree Avenue via Cheltenham Spa, Sheffield, and Sheffield Interchange/C6 in around 4h 33m.