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Compare train and bus for Chippenham to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Chippenham to Swindon is a bus with an average price of $5 (€4).
This is compared to other travel options from Chippenham to Swindon:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chippenham to Swindon costing on average $13 (€11).
The fastest way to travel from Chippenham to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 13m.
Other travel options to Swindon take longer:
Bus takes on average 37m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chippenham and Swindon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Chippenham to Swindon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 37m versus 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Coachstyle, Stagecoach West.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Chippenham to Swindon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:54AM | Arrival Time 07:01AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 07:09AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:41AM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 09:07AM | Arrival Time 10:41AM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:09AM | Arrival Time 10:18AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:22AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:39AM | Arrival Time 10:48AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:42AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:02AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 10:07AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:09AM | Arrival Time 11:18AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:22AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 11:48AM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:42AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:02AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 11:07AM | Arrival Time 12:41PM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:09AM | Arrival Time 12:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 11:42AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:02PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 12:07PM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:09PM | Arrival Time 01:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 01:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 12:42PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 01:02PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Coachstyle | Departure Time 01:07PM | Arrival Time 02:41PM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 01:09PM | Arrival Time 02:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 01:39PM | Arrival Time 02:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 02:09PM | Arrival Time 03:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 03:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 03:09PM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 04:09PM | Arrival Time 05:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:09PM | Arrival Time 06:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 06:48PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 06:09PM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 06:39PM | Arrival Time 07:43PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 07:24PM | Arrival Time 08:27PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 08:14PM | Arrival Time 09:17PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 09:24PM | Arrival Time 10:27PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Stagecoach West | Departure Time 10:34PM | Arrival Time 11:37PM | Duration 1h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chippenham to Swindon
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Buses from Chippenham to Swindon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 1h 3m.
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 16 miles (26 km) |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 3m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 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: Coachstyle, Stagecoach West from Chippenham to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Chippenham to Swindon with Coachstyle, Stagecoach West for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Coachstyle
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Coachstyle frequency
6 a day
Stagecoach West
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Stagecoach West frequency
22 a day
FAQs: Bus from Chippenham to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham 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 Chippenham to Swindon can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chippenham to Swindon is $5 (€4) ; 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 Chippenham to Swindon is 1h 3m to travel the 16 miles (26 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 Chippenham to Swindon leaves at 12:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Chippenham to Swindon leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Chippenham to Swindon with Coachstyle, Stagecoach West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Chippenham to Swindon, you can count on Coachstyle, Stagecoach West for the best way to get you to Swindon. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Chippenham and Swindon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Swindon from Chippenham is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 3m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Chippenham to Swindon is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chippenham and Swindon including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Chippenham to Swindon.
No, the bus from Chippenham 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 Chippenham 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 Chippenham to Swindon.
No, luggage for the bus from Chippenham to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Chippenham to Swindon.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Chippenham to Swindon.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Chippenham to Swindon.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Chippenham to Swindon.
Since neither Chippenham 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 Chippenham 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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