The average train between Rotherham and Swindon takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 7:58 PM which arrives into Swindon at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Swindon station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Rotherham to Swindon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Rotherham to Swindon train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Rotherham to Swindon train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Rotherham and Swindon is 210.1 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Swindon via Sheffield and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 36m.