How to find The Great Western Hospital
By Rail
The nearest main line station is Swindon, located in the town centre. An Express Shuttle bus service (number 16) links the town centre to the hospital. For train timetables please call 08457 48 49 50 or visit www.railtrack.co.uk.
By Bus: Services run frequently both from the town centre and surrounding area. For more information please contact Thamesdown Transport on (01793) 428 428 or visit www.thamesdown-transport.co.uk.
Alternatively call Traveline on 0870 608 2 608 or visit www.traveline.org.uk.
By Cycle
The Hospital is linked to the Swindon cycle path network. Cycle parking is available and is marked on the site map.
By Road
The Great Western Hospital is located to the southeast of Swindon Town Centre, close to Junction 15 of the M4 Motorway.
Car parking at the hospital is limited. We encourage staff and visitors to use alternatives to driving wherever possible. The Trust operates a Green Transport Policy.
From the M4
Exit at Junction 15 and follow signs to Swindon. At the Commonhead Roundabout take the first exit left into Marlborough Road A4259. The entrance to the Hospital is 300 metres on the left.
From the North
On approaching Swindon join the A419 south following signs for the M4, this is the Stratton St Margaret by-pass. Take the fourth exit right at the Commonhead Roundabout into Marlborough Road A4259. The entrance to the Hospital is 300 metres on the left.
From the Town Centre
Leave the town centre via Fleming Way to the Magic Roundabout and travel straight across into Queens Drive A4259. At the next roundabout take the third exit to remain on Queens Drive. Travel straight ahead at the next roundabout into Marlborough Road. The entrance to the Hospital is 1500 metres on the right.
Car Parking
Pay-and-Display parking spaces are available on site in visitor parking areas and parking is allowed in marked bays only. All vehicles must display a valid permit or Pay-and-Display ticket. Once parked, visitors are requested to report to reception where they will be directed to the department or ward they are attending. Drop-off areas are available. A&E can only be accessed via the dedicated entrance at the rear of the Hospital.
Car Park Charges
For periods that commence between 6.00am and 6.00pm:
Period |
Charge |
Up to 1 hour |
£1.00 |
1 to 2 hours |
£2.00 |
2 to 3 hours |
£3.00 |
3 to 4 hours |
£3.90 |
4 to 6 hours |
£5.70 |
6 to 24 hours |
£7.40 |
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For periods that commence between 6.01pm and 5.59am:
| Period |
Charge |
Up to 2 hours |
£0.90 |
Over 2 hours |
£1.80 |
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