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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Swindon
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Swindon will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 12 buses that leave Cambridge for Swindon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 149 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. 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 train costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 149 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Cambridge to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Swindon coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 Cambridge | 5h30 | 16:45 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| FlixBus | 02:00 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 3h45 | 05:45 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Swindon
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Buses from Cambridge to Swindon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £27 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 23:22. The fastest coach covers the 149 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 149 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 05:05 |
Last bus 23:22 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Swindon with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.
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