The average train between Swindon and Scotland takes 8h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Scotland. 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 Swindon and Scotland. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Scotland at 12:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 8h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Scotland? 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 Scotland. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Scotland station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
Swindon to Scotland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Scotland train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Swindon to Scotland train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Scotland is 600.8 km. The road distance is 614 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Glasgow Central via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Preston in around 7h 13m.