What are the best sights in Swindon?

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.

What are the best things to do in Swindon?

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.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Swindon

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$15

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

44 m

Buses per day

Distance

58 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Swindon will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Bristol for Swindon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Mar 28 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

10:10AM0h40

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10:50AMSwindon

$131One-way

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07:40PM1h00

Bristol

08:40PMSwindon

$141One-way

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Bristol

01:50PMSwindon

$141One-way

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Bristol

04:50PMSwindon

$161One-way

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07:25AM0h40

Bristol

08:05AMSwindon

$171One-way

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Bristol to Swindon bus times

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MegabusMegabus	10:10AM Bristol	0h40	10:50AM Swindon	0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus	07:40PM Bristol	1h00	08:40PM Swindon	0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus	01:10PM Bristol	0h40	01:50PM Swindon	0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus	04:10PM Bristol	0h40	04:50PM Swindon	0 transfersDirect
MegabusMegabus	07:25AM Bristol	0h40	08:05AM Swindon	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Swindon

Buses from Bristol to Swindon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€13) but you can travel from only $11 (€10) by train.

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Distance

35 miles (57 km)

Average bus duration

42m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€13)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

40m

First bus

07:25

Last bus

20:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from $11 (€10)

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express and Great Western Rail from Bristol to Swindon

Buy your official Megabus, National Express and Great Western Rail bus tickets between Bristol and Swindon from $9 (€8) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Swindon from Bristol, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Bus information from Bristol to Swindon with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 32 min
Cheapest Price: $10

Buses from Bristol to Swindon

Swindon is 40 miles from Bristol. There is one bus a day from Bristol to Swindon. The journey takes between 1 hour 55 minutes and 2 hours 10 minutes. Buses leave from Bristol Bus Station, which is situated on Marlborough Street. There is a 14-minute walk from Bristol Cathedral and 30 minutes walk from the SS Great Britain, which was the first iron steamship to cross the Atlantic. Buses arrive at Swindon Bus Station, which is situated on Prospect Hill. This is a 12-minute walk from the Brunel Shopping Centre. Buses on this route are operated by National Express.

Getting into Swindon by Bus

Swindon is one of the biggest cities in the west of England and has plenty to interest visitors. There is a fascinating Museum of the Great Western railroad and the elegant architecture of Lydiard House while the ancient stone circles at Avebury are not far away as well. Buses from Bristol to Swindon stop at the town's main bus station on Manchester Road. If you are heading to attractions in the south-eastern part of Swindon, National Express buses also stop at Sussex Square as well as Coate - a beautiful country park just outside the town.

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Swindon

FAQs: Take the bus from Bristol to Swindon with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Swindon.

Cheap bus tickets from Bristol to Swindon can start from as little as $12 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bristol to Swindon is $15 (€13); 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 Bristol to Swindon is 40 min to travel the 35 mile (57 km) long journey, with around there are 13 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 12: 10AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 11: 09PM.

There are 13 buses a day from Bristol to Swindon which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Take the Bristol to Swindon bus with Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route from Bristol to Swindon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Bristol, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus). When arriving in Swindon, you can end your trip in bus stations like Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) and Swindon, Freshbrook.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Swindon from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Bristol to Swindon is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Swindon from Bristol including taking a train or bus.

No, the bus from Bristol to Swindon has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

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, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Swindon, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

No, luggage for the bus from Bristol to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Bristol to Swindon.

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Swindon

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Swindon

The major bus station for departures in Bristol is Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) for your trip from Bristol to Swindon.

Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)