How much does a train ticket cost from Gloucester to Swindon?

The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Swindon start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Swindon?

The average train journey time from Gloucester to Swindon is 45m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Swindon route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Swindon?

The earliest train from Gloucester to Swindon departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 20:17.

Train Gloucester to Swindon from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Swindon on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:19	Gloucester	43m	11:02	Swindon (Wilts)	Cheapest
Train	10:19	Gloucester	43m	11:02	Swindon (Wilts)	Fastest
Train	07:05	Gloucester	49m	07:54	Swindon (Wilts)	No tags
Train	07:05	Gloucester	49m	07:54	Swindon (Wilts)	No tags
Train	07:32	Gloucester	1h 17m	08:49	Swindon (Wilts)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gloucester to Swindon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swindon. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1h 20mAverage duration

29 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £11	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £64	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £11

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gloucester to Swindon by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Gloucester to Swindon?
The cheapest train tickets from Gloucester to Swindon start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £15. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gloucester to Swindon?
The average train journey time from Gloucester to Swindon is 45m, covering a distance of 29 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gloucester to Swindon route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gloucester to Swindon?
The earliest train from Gloucester to Swindon departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 20:17.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Swindon was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gloucester to Swindon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £60 for a train ticket from Gloucester to Swindon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-03.