Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Swindon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Swindon

With a population of 155,432, Swindon is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Swindon has to offer.

Where to Eat in Swindon

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bell Inn (Purton Stoke) and Basset Down Complex (Lower Salthrop Basset Down) are great picks.

When to visit Swindon

Swindon in February
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in February
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Swindon

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 68 km from Swindon. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 8h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Swindon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Swindon to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around $57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about $54 for a 2h 00m trip. The train station in Swindon is called Swindon, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Swindon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Swindon takes 193 km and will cost you around $10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $6 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Swindon Coate Water, located 2.7 km from downtown Swindon. Swindon Stratton Cross Roads is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 68 km from Swindon. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 8h 05m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Swindon, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Swindon to Birmingham takes 1h 47m and costs around $57 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bournemouth, expect to pay about $54 for a 2h 00m trip. The train station in Swindon is called Swindon, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 115 km from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Swindon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Swindon takes 193 km and will cost you around $10. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $6 for a journey of 209 km. The most popular bus station is Swindon Coate Water, located 2.7 km from downtown Swindon. Swindon Stratton Cross Roads is also a commonly used station, and is 3.0 km from the city center.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,084 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,090 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,143 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,419 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around $79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $85 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Swindon, with prices from $33 to $430 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Swindon are about 57% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Swindon by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Swindon

Most booked hotels in Swindon

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Leonardo Hotel Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2607 reviews)
$56+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon West By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3171 reviews)
$52+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1819 reviews)
$71+
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Holiday Inn Swindon By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.9, 1619 reviews)
$52+
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Village Hotel Swindon
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1927 reviews)
$60+
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Swandown Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.4, 962 reviews)
$46+
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Renting a car in Swindon

Renting a car in Swindon costs $84 per day, on average, or $338 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 54% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Economy (Opel Crossland X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 90% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Swindon costs $84 per day, on average, or $338 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 54% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $6.78 per gallon in Swindon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.31 and $108.41. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Economy (Opel Crossland X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 90% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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