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Outbound fromSherborne to Swindon (Wilts) by train
It takes an average of 3h 48m to travel from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) by train, over a distance of around 53 miles (86 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) and tickets for this journey start from £31.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:37 | |
| Departure station | Sherborne | |
| Arrival station | Swindon (Wilts) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 21m | |
| Distance | 53 miles (86 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £31.90 | |
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Travelling from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) by train
Looking to travel from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 48 minutes to travel from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 21 minutes though. You'll usually find 17 trains per day running along the 53 miles (86 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Swindon (Wilts), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to get to Swindon (Wilts) – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £31.90.
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Cheap train tickets from Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts)
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sherborne to Swindon (Wilts) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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