- Must visit
STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway
Major railway museum in the former works. Interactive displays, locomotives, and hands-on exhibits make it Swindon’s standout heritage attraction.
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Compare train and bus for Bath to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bath to Swindon is a bus with an average price of €8.
This is compared to other travel options from Bath to Swindon:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath to Swindon costing on average €19.
The fastest way to travel from Bath to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 26m.
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Swindon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bath to Swindon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Bath to Swindon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:19AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:19AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:52AM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:19PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:19PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 2h37 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:11PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 2h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:31PM | Duration 2h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:14PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:08PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:34PM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:38PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:52PM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 2h29 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:34PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 2h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Faresaver | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €26 |
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Bath to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Swindon buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 5:10 PM Bath | 2h29 | 7:39 PM Swindon | 1 transfer | |
| 5:15 PM Bath | 2h19 | 7:34 PM Swindon | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Bath to Swindon
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Buses from Bath to Swindon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:44. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Faresaver from Bath to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Bath to Swindon with Faresaver for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Faresaver
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
€7
Faresaver frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Swindon
Things to do in Swindon
Discover the best of Swindon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Swindon trip today.
- Recommended
Lydiard House Museum
Museum in Lydiard House presenting the estate’s history, decorated rooms, and collections connected to one of Swindon’s grandest homes.
- Recommended
Swindon and Cricklade Railway Museum
Volunteer-run railway heritage site with exhibits, restored stock, and a nostalgic station atmosphere on the edge of Swindon.
- Recommended
Lydiard Park
Large country park with lakes, woodland, and formal grounds around Lydiard House. A favorite for walks, picnics, and heritage scenery.
- Recommended
Old Town
Historic district with independent shops, period buildings, and a lively atmosphere. Ideal for strolling and seeing Swindon beyond the outlet area.
- Recommended
Railway Village
Former railway village now known for heritage streets, murals, and easy access to STEAM, outlet shopping, and industrial history walks.
- Gluten-free
Wiltshire Cured Ham
A Wiltshire classic of cured pork, usually sliced for sandwiches or breakfasts. It reflects the county's long pork-curing tradition.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Liddington Cheese
A crumbly cow's milk cheese from Wiltshire with a fresh, tangy taste. It is a regional staple often served on cheese boards or in ploughman's lunches.
- Vegetarian
Fruit Crumble
A traditional English dessert of stewed fruit topped with a baked crumb mixture. In Wiltshire it often features local apples or seasonal fruit.
The Jewel In The Crown
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes, and friendly service in a smart casual setting.
Miller & Carter Swindon
Stylish steakhouse and grill with dry-aged beef, cocktails, and an upscale atmosphere for a higher-end meal.
The Royal Oak
Well-regarded modern British gastropub with steaks, seasonal dishes, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK travel. Hotels are often cheaper than London, while dining and local transport are typical for southern England.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, add 10-12.5% if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Swindon Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £4.90
To the city center
Swindon Bus Station (New Bridge Close) -> Swindon Railway Station
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless card payment is accepted on Swindon Bus services, making boarding faster than paying cash.
- Check the Swindon Bus app for live departures and mobile tickets before travel.
FAQs: Bus from Bath to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Swindon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Bath to Swindon can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bath to Swindon is €8 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Bath to Swindon is 2h 10m to travel the 27 miles (45 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Bath to Swindon leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Bath to Swindon leaves at 11:44 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Bath to Swindon with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Bath to Swindon, you can count on Faresaver for the best way to get you to Swindon. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Bath and Swindon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Swindon from Bath is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bath to Swindon is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Swindon including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Bath to Swindon.
No, the bus from Bath to Swindon has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Swindon are:
- STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, a museum dedicated to the history of the Great Western Railway with interactive exhibits and restored locomotives
- Lydiard Park, a historic estate featuring a Palladian house, beautiful gardens, and a lake
- Coate Water Country Park, a nature reserve with a large reservoir, walking trails, and a miniature railway
- Swindon Designer Outlet, a shopping center housed in a restored railway works offering discounted designer brands
- Museum of Computing, a small museum showcasing the history of computing with vintage computers and interactive displays.
The best things to do in Swindon include:
- Visit the Richard Jefferies Museum, dedicated to the life and works of the Victorian nature writer Richard Jefferies
- Enjoy a performance at the Wyvern Theatre, offering a variety of shows from drama to comedy
- Explore the Swindon and Cricklade Railway, a heritage railway offering scenic rides through the countryside
- Take a stroll through Queens Park, a tranquil green space with gardens and a lake
- Experience the vibrant local art scene at the Swindon Arts Centre, hosting exhibitions and workshops.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Bath to Swindon.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Bath to Swindon.
No, luggage for the bus from Bath to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Bath to Swindon.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bath to Swindon.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Bath to Swindon.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Bath to Swindon.
Since neither Bath nor Swindon are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bath to Swindon among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Swindon, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the town center and at transport hubs. Common scams include distraction techniques where someone may try to divert attention while an accomplice attempts theft. It's advisable to stay alert when using public transport or visiting crowded markets, and to avoid accepting unsolicited offers for services or tickets from strangers.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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