Swindon (Wilts) to London Paddington Trains From £25.50*

It only takes around 50 minutes to get from Swindon(Wilts) to London Paddington with Great Western Railway. Swindon is a town in Wiltshire, only 69 miles from the UK capital making it one of the region’s most popular commuter towns.

On your journey to London you’ll pass through the Wiltshire countryside, fleeting by pretty chocolate-box villages, glorious farmland, and maybe even a castle or two in the distance.

Great Western Railway links the West of England and South Wales to London by providing intercity trains to West London and the Thames Valley. It also runs one of the few sleeper services in the UK between London and Penzance on the Cornish coast.

Departing from Swindon(Wilts)

Swindon(Wilts) station is located along Station Road, just outside the town centre. It’s easily accessible by public transport, as Swindon Bus Station is directly opposite. The station has a car park with 591 spaces and a taxi rank is available at the station’s entrance. Swindon(Wilts) is also aptly situated near the Museum of the Great Western Railway.

Great Western Railway manages this station and operates various services from this station, including trains to Chippenham, Cheltenham, Cardiff, and Bristol.

Main stops

There are only two stations between Swindon(Wilts) and London Paddington. These are: Didcot Parkway and Reading.

It’s worth remembering, however, that this may change to unpredictable events such as bad weather or faults and timetable changes. It’s best to check which stations you’ll be stopping at before you leave.

Arriving at London Paddington

The train will arrive at London Paddington, a station in the centre of London excellently located for exploring London or onward rail connections, as London Paddington is the eastern terminus of the Great Western Mainline.

The station is connected to Circle, District, Bakerloo, and Hammersmith & City lines on the London Underground and by local bus and taxi amenities. You can get the Heathrow Express directly if you’re heading to Heathrow Airport, too.

There are plenty of attractions as the station is between Notting Hill and Marylebone and only a stone’s throw away from Hyde Park. By tube, the Natural History Museum, Buckingham Palace, Westminster, and Tate Modern are all easily accessible.

Great Western Railway train classes

• Standard Class: Comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi. There are also tables and power sockets for your devices.
• First Class: First Class includes more spacious seating, greater comfort, large tables, and exclusive dining options. It also offers access to First Class lounges at London Paddington station.

Great Western Railway train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. Extra pets cost half the adult fare. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bikes can be stored free of charge, but space is limited. It is strongly recommended that you book your ticket in advance to book a bike space.
• Children: Under 5’s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. Booking in advance using TrainPal helps ensure families can sit together. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Helps with journey planning, ticketing, seat and wheelchair space booking, boarding and alighting with ramps, station navigation, and luggage handling. Booking in advance is recommended for a seamless experience.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.