The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Swindon
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Swindon will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bournemouth for Swindon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Swindon coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:10 Bournemouth | 6h25 | 21:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
![]() | 05:25 Bournemouth | 6h25 | 11:50 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Swindon
Buses from Bournemouth to Swindon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:55, the last at 22:42. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 22:42 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Swindon with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Swindon by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swindon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bournemouth, Coach Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close), located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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