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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Swindon to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€67
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 19
15
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Swindon to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
NX444 · NXA88:35 PM4h25Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)1:00 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€311One-way1 transfer- NX401 · NXA812:45 PM5h17Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)6:02 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€351One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NXA812:49 PM5h13Swindon, Queen's Drive6:02 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€351One-way1 transfer
- NX403 · NX7284:40 AM4h15Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)8:55 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX7275:24 PM3h16Swindon, Queen's Drive8:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX7275:24 PM3h16Swindon, Queen's Drive8:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX7275:20 PM3h20Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)8:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX7273:19 PM3h21Swindon, Queen's Drive6:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX7273:15 PM3h25Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)6:40 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€691One-way1 transfer
- NX401 · NX72710:19 AM4h06Swindon, Queen's Drive2:25 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station€811One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swindon to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a train costs an average of €74.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to London Stansted Airport costing on average €74.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around €53 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-18.65. The journey takes 3h 11m versus 2h 15m 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.
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.
Swindon to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:44AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:29AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h26 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:59AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:19AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:19AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:49AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h41 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:49PM | Arrival Time 06:02PM | Duration 5h13 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:19PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:04PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:19PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:24PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Live departures
Swindon to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX401 · NX727 | 3:00 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h05 | 7:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 3:04 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 4h01 | 7:05 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 5:10 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 3h30 | 8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 5:15 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 3h25 | 8:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX444 · NXA8 | 8:35 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h25 | 1:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX403 · NX728 | 4:40 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h15 | 8:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX403 · NX728 | 4:44 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 4h11 | 8:55 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX728 | 5:55 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h40 | 10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX728 | 5:59 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 4h36 | 10:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 8:15 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 8:19 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 4h06 | 12:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 10:15 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 4h10 | 2:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NX727 | 10:19 AM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 4h06 | 2:25 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NXA8 | 12:45 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 5h17 | 6:02 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 · NXA8 | 12:49 PM Swindon, Queen's Drive | 5h13 | 6:02 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Swindon to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 11:45, the last at 19:35. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 36m |
First bus 11:45 AM |
Last bus 7:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Swindon to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Swindon to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Swindon to London Stansted Airport
Most Swindon to London Stansted Airport buses use the Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Swindon and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) from Swindon city centre
Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) 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 and drink
Food options include: Nearby eateries available in the city center.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2). ATMs are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Accessible for standard wheelchairs.
Getting to Swindon, Queen's Drive from Swindon city centre
Swindon, Queen's Drive is 1 km from Swindon city centre. Public transport options include:
Swindon, Queen's Drive bus station facilities and services
Swindon, Queen's Drive has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive. ATMs are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: The station is accessible with provisions for disabled passengers.
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