How to travel from Oxford to Swindon

There are 2 options to travel between Oxford and Swindon including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Oxford to Swindon is a train with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A train is $43 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Oxford to Swindon costing on average $61 (€50).

The fastest way to travel from Oxford to Swindon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 2m.

Other travel options to Swindon take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 23m.

The distance from Oxford to Swindon is approximately 26 miles (42 km).

The average frequency per day from Oxford to Swindon is:

• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Oxford to Swindon:

• Trains mostly depart from Oxford station (OXF) and arrive in Swindon station (SWI).
• Buses mostly depart from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station and arrive in Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oxford to Swindon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Megabus to go to Swindon by bus.
• Travel with Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Swindon by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Oxford to Swindon:

• 0 direct buses per day with Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Oxford 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.