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Outbound fromSouthampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) by train
It takes an average of 2h 34m to travel from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 72 trains per day travelling from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) and tickets for this journey start from £21.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:03 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Swindon (Wilts) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 22m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 72 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.20 | |
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Take the train from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) in 1 hour 22 minutes
If you want to travel from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) by train to take around 2 hours 34 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 72 trains per day running on this route, which spans 48 miles (78 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Swindon (Wilts). You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Southampton Central to Swindon (Wilts) start from £21.20 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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