How to travel from Luton to Swindon

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Compare bus and train for Luton to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. 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 $15, while a train costs an average of $55.

Distance: 62 miles (101 km)

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$15

Average price

Cheapest

$55

Average price

$27

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

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30m

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2h 12m

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Fastest

1h 42m

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30m

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1h 45m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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National Express

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Great Western Railway

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Swindon is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Swindon costing on average $55.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Swindon including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton 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 $15 compared to roughly $27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12. The journey takes 2h 47m versus 1h 45m 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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from Luton to Swindon

How to get from Luton to Swindon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Luton to Swindon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:25 PM3h10
    Luton
    1:35 AMSwindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    $191One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:25 PM3h10
    Luton
    1:35 AMSwindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    $191One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western RailwayC01227+Elizabeth lineC37237+ThameslinkX29433
    9:13 AM2h26
    Luton station (LUT)
    11:39 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    $1151One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Great Western RailwayC33026+ThameslinkC02759+Elizabeth lineC38455
    8:57 AM2h28
    Luton station (LUT)
    11:25 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayC01228+ThameslinkC22664+TubeTube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington
    7:57 AM2h31
    Luton station (LUT)
    10:28 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayY15294+Elizabeth lineC37228+ThameslinkX07789
    8:42 AM2h35
    Luton station (LUT)
    11:17 AMSwindon station (SWI)
    $571One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM2h35
    Luton
    10:50 PMSwindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 AM2h55
    Luton
    2:30 PMSwindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 AM3h20
    Luton
    10:20 AMSwindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Luton 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 Luton to Swindon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Luton and Swindon including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Swindon is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Swindon costing on average $55.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 12m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 17m.

The distance from Luton to Swindon is approximately 62 miles (101 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to Swindon is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton 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 Luton to Swindon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton 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 Great Western Railway, Thameslink to go to Swindon by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Swindon:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Luton 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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