Bristol to Swindon bus with Megabus

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Swindon

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Take a bus from Bristol to Swindon and enjoy the approximately 58 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19
Distance
58 km
Average bus duration
58m
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
5
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Bristol to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Swindon with Megabus, National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
40m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Buses from Bristol to Swindon

Swindon is 40 miles from Bristol. There is one bus a day from Bristol to Swindon. The journey takes between 1 hour 55 minutes and 2 hours 10 minutes. Buses leave from Bristol Bus Station, which is situated on Marlborough Street. There is a 14-minute walk from Bristol Cathedral and 30 minutes walk from the SS Great Britain, which was the first iron steamship to cross the Atlantic. Buses arrive at Swindon Bus Station, which is situated on Prospect Hill. This is a 12-minute walk from the Brunel Shopping Centre. Buses on this route are operated by National Express.

Getting into Swindon by Bus

Swindon is one of the biggest cities in the west of England and has plenty to interest visitors. There is a fascinating Museum of the Great Western Railway and the elegant architecture of Lydiard House while the ancient stone circles at Avebury are not far away as well. Buses from Bristol to Swindon stop at the town's main bus station on Manchester Road. If you are heading to attractions in the south-eastern part of Swindon, National Express buses also stop at Sussex Square as well as Coate - a beautiful country park just outside the town.

FAQs: Bristol to Swindon coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Swindon can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Swindon is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Swindon coach travel time is 40 min   for the 35 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 07: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bristol to Swindon leaves at 20: 00.
There are 13 coaches a day from Bristol to Swindon which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Bristol to Swindon coach with Megabus or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Bristol to Swindon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus). When arriving in Swindon, you can end your trip in coach stations like Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) and Swindon, Freshbrook.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) 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.

A day trip to Swindon from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Swindon by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel to Swindon from Bristol 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bristol to Swindon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Swindon.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to Swindon.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Swindon.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bristol to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bristol to Swindon.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Swindon.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Swindon.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bristol to Swindon.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Swindon

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    The major coach station for departures in Bristol is Bristol, Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol, Airport for your trip from Bristol to Swindon.
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    information
    address
    Address
    Bristol Airport, North Side Road, Bristol BS48 3DY, UK
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    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
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    Distance to city center
    11 km
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    Car connection
    North Side Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café in the terminal (in the station)
    • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
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    Taxis
    • Available outside the terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
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    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
    • Bus: A1, A2
    Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus)
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