The average train between Derby and Swindon takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. 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 6:52 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 59m. 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 Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
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 208 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Swindon via Cheltenham Spa in around 3h 17m.