The average train between Swindon and Walkden takes 5h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Walkden. 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 Walkden. 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 Walkden at 10:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 5h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Walkden? 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 Walkden. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Walkden station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
Swindon to Walkden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Walkden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Swindon to Walkden train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Walkden is 221.8 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Walkden via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 5h 2m.