The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Swindon
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 58 m
Buses per day
3
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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh 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 497 km distance in an average of 13 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 30 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, 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 coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £91.
Distance: 497 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £135 Average Price |
12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Swindon coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:05 Edinburgh | 13h30 | 21:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Edinburgh | 14h30 | 00:05 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Edinburgh | 13h55 | 10:55 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Swindon
Buses from Edinburgh to Swindon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 497 km distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 497 km |
Average bus duration 12h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 10m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Swindon with National Express for as low as £22. 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.

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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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