The average train between Swindon and Balloch takes 9h 26m and the fastest train takes 7h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Balloch. 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 Swindon and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Balloch at 2:03 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 9h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Balloch? 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 Swindon to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Balloch station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.
Swindon to Balloch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Balloch train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Swindon to Balloch train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 3 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Balloch is 527.3 km. The road distance is 692 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Balloch via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Hyndland in around 8h 34m.