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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Melksham to Freshford. Traveling by train from Melksham to Freshford usually takes around 38 minutes, but the fastest Great Western Railway train can make the trip in 37 minutes.
Distance | 8 mi (12 km) |
Fastest train | 0h 37m |
Lowest price | £4.09 |
Most frequent service | Great Western Railway |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Melksham to Freshford?
Great Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Melksham to Freshford. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Great Western Railway | 2 | 0h 38m | £4.09 |
Great Western Railway is a train company in the United Kingdom responsible for rail services in the west of England and south Wales, including many intercity services to and from London. Whether you book a seat on a standard or first-class carriage, you can expect plenty of legroom, complimentary WiFi, power outlets/USB charging points, and onboard restrooms. There are also café cars or snacks trolleys onboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Melksham to Freshford. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Melksham at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 09:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Melksham twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Freshford to Melksham.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Melksham?
Main departure station: Melksham Train Station
There is one train station in Melksham.
All train stations in Melksham:
Melksham Train Station
Where is the train station in Freshford?
Main arrival station: Station Road
Freshford has one train station.
Train stations in Freshford:
Station Road
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