How to travel from Brighton to Swindon

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Compare bus and train for Brighton to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a train costs an average of €66.

Distance: 86 miles (140 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Swindon is a bus with an average price of €16.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Swindon:

A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Swindon costing on average €66.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Swindon including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Brighton 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 €16 compared to roughly €33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €16. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 2h 22m 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.

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FAQs: Travel from Brighton to Swindon

Travel to Swindon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brighton to Swindon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Brighton and Swindon including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Brighton to Swindon is a bus with an average price of €48.

This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Swindon:

A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Swindon costing on average €131.

The fastest way to travel from Brighton to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 49m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 30m.

The distance from Brighton to Swindon is approximately 86 miles (140 km).
The average frequency per day from Brighton to Swindon is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brighton and Swindon as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brighton to Swindon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Brighton station (BTN) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Brighton, Preston Circus and arrive in Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brighton to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Swindon by bus.
  • Travel with Thameslink, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Southern to go to Swindon by train.
Omio customers who travel from Brighton to Swindon often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, London Paddington (PAD), Bath, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Swindon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Swindon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Swindon, you can visit the Richard Jefferies Museum, enjoy performances at the Wyvern Theatre, and explore the Swindon and Cricklade Railway. Take a stroll through Queens Park and experience local art at the Swindon Arts Centre. Don't miss the STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway, Lydiard Park, Coate Water Country Park, Swindon Designer Outlet, and the Museum of Computing for a rich cultural and recreational experience.
For a visit to Swindon, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient to explore key attractions such as the STEAM Museum, Lydiard Park, and the Swindon Designer Outlet.

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