The average train between Swindon and Windermere takes 7h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon to Windermere. 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 4 hours between Swindon and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Windermere at 10:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 7h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Windermere station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.
Swindon to Windermere train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Windermere train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Swindon to Windermere train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Swindon and Windermere is 322.6 km. The road distance is 388 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Windermere via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 15m.