The average train between Preston and Swindon takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Swindon at 11:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Swindon station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Preston to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Swindon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Preston to Swindon train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Preston and Swindon is 252.9 km. The road distance is 308 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 33m.