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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Longford to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Swindon will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 20 buses from Longford to Swindon, including 20 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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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Buses from Longford to Swindon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Longford to Swindon.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Swindon buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX401 | 3:00 PM Longford | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 3:00 PM Longford | 1h25 | 4:25 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 6:35 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 6:10 PM Longford | 1h35 | 7:45 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 6:10 PM Longford | 1h30 | 7:40 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h25 | 8:55 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 8:20 PM Longford | 1h25 | 9:45 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 8:20 PM Longford | 1h20 | 9:40 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 10:50 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 9:50 PM Longford | 1h20 | 11:10 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 9:50 PM Longford | 1h25 | 11:15 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h15 | 12:05 AM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX444 | 12:15 AM Longford | 1h20 | 1:35 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 1:35 AM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 10:20 AM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 10:30 AM Longford | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 10:30 AM Longford | 1h20 | 11:50 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 1:10 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 1:00 PM Longford | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX401 | 1:00 PM Longford | 1h25 | 2:25 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1h20 | 2:30 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major railway museum in the former works. Interactive displays, locomotives, and hands-on exhibits make it Swindon’s standout heritage attraction.
Museum in Lydiard House presenting the estate’s history, decorated rooms, and collections connected to one of Swindon’s grandest homes.
Volunteer-run railway heritage site with exhibits, restored stock, and a nostalgic station atmosphere on the edge of Swindon.
Large country park with lakes, woodland, and formal grounds around Lydiard House. A favorite for walks, picnics, and heritage scenery.
Historic district with independent shops, period buildings, and a lively atmosphere. Ideal for strolling and seeing Swindon beyond the outlet area.
Former railway village now known for heritage streets, murals, and easy access to STEAM, outlet shopping, and industrial history walks.
A Wiltshire classic of cured pork, usually sliced for sandwiches or breakfasts. It reflects the county's long pork-curing tradition.
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.
A traditional English dessert of stewed fruit topped with a baked crumb mixture. In Wiltshire it often features local apples or seasonal fruit.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes, and friendly service in a smart casual setting.
Stylish steakhouse and grill with dry-aged beef, cocktails, and an upscale atmosphere for a higher-end meal.
Well-regarded modern British gastropub with steaks, seasonal dishes, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for UK travel. Hotels are often cheaper than London, while dining and local transport are typical for southern England.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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.

Most Longford to Swindon buses use the to Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) station pair, with some services arriving at Swindon, Queen's Drive. Use this guide to compare Longford and Swindon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby eateries available in the city center.
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2). ATMs are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Accessible for standard wheelchairs.
Swindon, Queen's Drive is 1 km from Swindon city centre. Public transport options include:
Swindon, Queen's Drive has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive. ATMs are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: The station is accessible with provisions for disabled passengers.
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