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How to get there
Where to stay
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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, Weighbridge Steakhouse & Bar (Penzance Drive) and The Red Lion Inn (74 High Street Cricklade) are great picks.

When to visit Swindon

Swindon in August
Estimated hotel price
$67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Swindon in August
Estimated hotel price
$67
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 42 miles from Swindon. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Swindon, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Swindon to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $37 for a 1h 34m trip. The train station in Swindon is called Swindon, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 71 miles from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Swindon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Swindon takes 135 miles and will cost you around $6. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 170 miles. The most popular bus station is Swindon Coate Water, located 1.7 miles from downtown Swindon. Swindon Stratton Cross Roads is also a commonly used station, and is 1.9 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although Swindon doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 42 miles from Swindon. The shortest flight to Swindon from the United States departs from New York and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Swindon, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Swindon to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about $37 for a 1h 34m trip. The train station in Swindon is called Swindon, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Swindon is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 71 miles from Swindon. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Swindon, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Swindon takes 135 miles and will cost you around $6. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 170 miles. The most popular bus station is Swindon Coate Water, located 1.7 miles from downtown Swindon. Swindon Stratton Cross Roads is also a commonly used station, and is 1.9 miles from the city center.

Airports near Swindon

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
SOUSouthampton Eastleigh

Airlines serving Swindon

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
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Where to stay in Swindon

Average rates range from around $100 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $176 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Swindon, with prices from $33 to $438 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Swindon are about 61% 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, 2467 reviews)
$85+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon West
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3012 reviews)
$84+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1694 reviews)
$90+
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Travelodge Swindon Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 19 reviews)
$47+
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Travelodge Swindon
3 stars
Good (7.4, 2562 reviews)
$56+
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Holiday Inn Express Swindon City Centre
3 stars
Good (7.3, 1506 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Swindon

Renting a car in Swindon costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 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, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $6.81 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 $81.76 and $109.02. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Compact (MG ZS or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Swindon costs $53 per day, on average, or $211 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, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay $6.81 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 $81.76 and $109.02. The most frequently booked car type in Swindon is Compact (MG ZS or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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