The average train between Nottingham and Swindon takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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 2 hours between Nottingham and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Swindon at 11:13 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Swindon station via Gloucester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Nottingham to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Nottingham to Swindon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Nottingham and Swindon is 161 km. The road distance is 233 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Swindon via Gloucester in around 3h 39m.