The average train between Torquay and Swindon takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay 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 Torquay and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Swindon at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Torquay 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 Torquay to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Swindon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Torquay to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Swindon train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Torquay to Swindon train tickets online with Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Torquay and Swindon is 172.4 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Swindon via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 9m.