RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...
CrossCountry
Great Western Railway

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Trains to Swindon (Wilts) from Glossop

First train

05:45

Last train

13:52

Departure stationGlossop
Arrival stationSwindon (Wilts)
Journey time

From 4h 28m

Distance

130 miles (209 km)

Frequency

8 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

Travel from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) by train in 4 hours 28 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) by train is 4 hours 51 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 28 minutes. You'll usually find 8 trains per day travelling the 130 miles (209 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Swindon (Wilts). Trains on this route are usually operated by either Great Western Railway or CrossCountry. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts).

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Swindon (Wilts), including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts)?

Want to know more about your journey from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Swindon (Wilts) from Glossop?

To travel to Swindon (Wilts) from Glossop, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 51 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 28 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts)?

Trains from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) take an average of 4 hours and 51 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 28 minutes. You'll usually find 8 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Glossop and Swindon (Wilts) by train?

The quickest journey time between Glossop and Swindon (Wilts) by train is 4 hours and 28 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts)?

No, there are no direct trains running from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts), you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts)?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

5. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

6. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Glossop to Swindon (Wilts) is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.