The average train between Holyhead and Swindon takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 4 hours between Holyhead and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 4:26 PM which arrives into Swindon at 10:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Swindon station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Holyhead to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Swindon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Holyhead to Swindon train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Holyhead and Swindon is 274.5 km. The road distance is 444 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Swindon via Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 8m.