Visiting the Cotswolds by train
No Cotswolds station sits in the prettiest villages, so the trick is choosing the right station for where you want to go, then planning the last few miles.
The main stations
- Moreton-in-Marsh and Kingham on the Cotswold Line from London Paddington: handy for the north Cotswolds, such as Stow-on-the-Wold and Chipping Norton.
- Kemble: the nearest station to Cirencester.
- Stroud: for the south-west Cotswolds and the Stroud valleys.
- Swindon: on the main line from London, Reading, Bath and Bristol, and a good gateway to the southern and central Cotswolds.
Getting around after the train
Some towns have bus links, but services can be limited. For several villages in a day, a car is the most flexible option. From Swindon you can collect our electric Fiat 500e right at the station.
Always check times and fares on National Rail before you travel, and look for engineering works at weekends.
Train + drive
Arriving by train? Collect our grey electric Fiat 500e at Swindon station and explore at your own pace. Today's price, availability and protection options are shown on Turo.
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What is the best train station for the Cotswolds?
It depends on where you are going. Moreton-in-Marsh and Kingham suit the north Cotswolds, Kemble suits Cirencester, and Swindon is a well-connected gateway to the southern and central Cotswolds.
Can you get around the Cotswolds without a car?
Partly. Some towns have buses, but services can be infrequent, especially on Sundays and in the evening. Visiting several small villages in a day is much easier with a car.