The average train between Exeter Central and Swindon takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter Central 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 Exeter Central and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter Central is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Swindon at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Exeter Central 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 Exeter Central to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Exeter Central station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Exeter Central to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter Central to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Exeter Central to Swindon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Exeter Central and Swindon is 153.3 km. The road distance is 188 km.
You can take a vehicle from Exeter Central to Swindon via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 10m.