The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Swindon
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
14 h 1 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Swindon will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 buses that leave Edinburgh for Swindon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 497 km distance in an average of 14 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 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.
20:4512h55Edinburgh9:40Swindon£301One-way0 changes
9:3515h00Edinburgh0:35Swindon£381One-way0 changes
11:1514h20Edinburgh1:35Swindon£461One-way0 changes
22:0513h50Edinburgh11:55Swindon£541One-way0 changes
20:4512h55Edinburgh9:40Swindon£301One-way0 changes
22:0513h50Edinburgh11:55Swindon£541One-way0 changes
11:1514h20Edinburgh1:35Swindon£461One-way0 changes
9:3515h00Edinburgh0:35Swindon£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 497 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £128 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Swindon coaches for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:40 Edinburgh | 14h10 | 11:50 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:05 Edinburgh | 13h50 | 11:55 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:40 Edinburgh | 14h10 | 12:50 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
![]() | 9:35 Edinburgh | 15h00 | 0:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Edinburgh | 14h20 | 1:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh 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 to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Swindon.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Swindon
Buses from Edinburgh to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 03:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 497 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 497 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 3:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Edinburgh to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Swindon with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Swindon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
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