The cheapest and fastest coaches from Carlisle to Swindon
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Carlisle to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Swindon will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £56.
Of the 1 buses that leave Carlisle for Swindon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 379 km distance in an average of 12 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 20 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.
22:3512h20Carlisle10:55Swindon£561One-way0 changes
22:3512h20Carlisle10:55Swindon£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Carlisle to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a train costs an average of £143.
Distance: 379 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£56 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price | £78 Average Price |
10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Swindon coaches for today, Thursday 14 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 Carlisle | 19h40 | 6:15 Swindon | 3 changes | |
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Why should you book Carlisle to Swindon coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Houstons Minicoaches to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Swindon.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Houstons Minicoaches to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Swindon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Swindon.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Carlisle to Swindon
Buses from Carlisle to Swindon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 379 km distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 379 km |
Average bus duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Houstons Minicoaches from Carlisle to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Carlisle to Swindon with National Express, FlixBus, Houstons Minicoaches for as low as £56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Carlisle to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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