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Outbound fromStowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) by train
It takes an average of 4h 4m to travel from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) by train, over a distance of around 126 miles (203 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) and tickets for this journey start from £44 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:50 | |
| Departure station | Stowmarket | |
| Arrival station | Swindon (Wilts) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 126 miles (203 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £44 | |
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Taking the train from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) in 2 hours 49 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 4 minutes to travel the 126 miles (203 km) from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £44.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Swindon (Wilts) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts)
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Stowmarket to Swindon (Wilts) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
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