4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Swindon
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Swindon will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 15 buses that leave London for Swindon on Wed, Jan 21, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 m 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Swindon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 08:06AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 09:06AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 09:47AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 10:06AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 10:28AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Great Western Rail | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
London to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Swindon buses for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1h50 | 7:50 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | Delayed 3:50 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 1:15 PM 1:15 PMSwindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 11:50 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:50 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h25 | 2:25 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | Delayed 3:50 PM 12:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 2:30 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 5:40 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | Delayed 3:50 PM 3:00 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 5:45 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 6:40 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 7:40 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | On time 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 7:45 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 9:40 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | On time 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:45 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h10 | 10:40 PM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h05 | 1:05 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 AM London | 1h55 | 6:55 AM Swindon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Swindon
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Buses from London to Swindon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London to Swindon start from as low as $4 (€3) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $17 (€14) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 13 daily trains from London to Swindon with 13 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 55m but the average duration is 2h 1m
Train Operators
- Travel from London to Swindon with National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close)
- First train typically departs at 12:15 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to SwindonYou can travel by bus between London to Swindon with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Swindon: Journey Details
Buses from London to Swindon are operated by National Express coaches who provide nine services a day. The first service departs early morning with the remaining at approximately two-hourly intervals throughout the day until late at night. Journey time between London and Swindon by coach is approximately 2 hours.
Getting the Bus from London
Buses from Lonodn to Swindon depart from London's main coach terminus, Victoria coach station. Located in southwest London very close to Victoria Train and Underground Station, its easy to reach the coach station via subway, rail or bus from anywhere in London. Underground services run until 1:00 a.m. and after this time London boasts an extensive night bus network, many routes of which terminate at London Victoria.
Getting into Swindon by Bus
Swindon is the largest town in Wiltshire and is a regional hub for arts, shopping and entertainment. Old meets new in Swindon which was once a small market town but grew bigger with the arrival of the Great Western railroad in the 19th century. Visitors can learn more about the town's rise to fame at the Swindon Museum or the STEAM railroad museum before hitting the town's numerous shops and bars. Coaches from London Victoria arrive at Swindon Bus Station which is found just north of the town centre and just south of the railroad station. It's easy to carry on your journey by bus from here or by train from the nearby railroad station. Those arriving after 11:00 p.m. will need to get a cab from the bus or rail station to continue their journey.
FAQs: Bus from London to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
When departing from London, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. When arriving in Swindon, you can end your route in bus stations like Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close), Swindon, Freshbrook and Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Swindon, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Swindon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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