Visiting Swindon

Swindon is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Swindon?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Swindon then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About Swindon

How Do I Get To Swindon?

Driving directions to Swindon:

  1. From London, take the M4 west towards Bristol and continue until you reach Swindon.
  2. From Bristol, take the M32 north, then the M4 east towards London and continue until you reach Swindon.
  3. From Oxford, take the A420 south, then merge onto the A419 towards Swindon.

Rail directions to Swindon:

  1. From London Paddington station, take a direct train to Swindon which runs regularly throughout the day.
  2. From Bristol Temple Meads station, take a direct train to Swindon which runs regularly throughout the day.
  3. From Oxford, take a train to Didcot Parkway and then change for a direct train to Swindon.

If you're visiting other local landmarks, cities or towns in the area, some suggestions for best routes to Swindon include:

  1. If you're visiting Bath, take the A4 east towards Chippenham, then the A350 north, and then the M4 east towards Swindon.
  2. If you're visiting Stonehenge, take the A303 east, then the A345 north towards Amesbury, then the A342 east towards Devizes, and then the A361 to Swindon.
  3. If you're visiting the Cotswolds, take the A419 west towards Cirencester, and then either continue on the A419 or take the A417 north towards Swindon.

What's The Nearest Airport To Swindon?

The closest airport to Swindon is Bristol Airport, which is located approximately 42 miles (68 km) away. The suggested routes from the airport are either to take the A4 and then the M4 motorway, or to take the A370 and then the A38, which will also connect with the M4 motorway. Both routes should take around 45-50 minutes driving time, depending on traffic conditions.

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