The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Swindon
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Swindon will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford 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 91 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
19:356h00Guildford1:35Swindon£211One-way0 changes
9:555h35Guildford15:30Swindon£461One-way0 changes
9:555h35Guildford15:30Swindon£461One-way0 changes
19:356h00Guildford1:35Swindon£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 £17, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 91 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Guildford to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Swindon coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX030 · NX401 | On time 13:25 Guildford, Egerton Road | 6h00 | 19:25 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 1 change | |
NX030 · NX401 | On time 16:25 Guildford, Egerton Road | 5h15 | 21:40 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Guildford to Swindon
Buses from Guildford to Swindon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:25, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 91 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 91 km |
Average bus duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 5:25 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Guildford to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Swindon
Most Guildford to Swindon buses use the Guildford, Egerton Road to Swindon, Queen's Drive station pair, with some services arriving at Swindon, Queen's Drive. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Swindon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Guildford, Egerton Road from Guildford city centre
Getting to Swindon, Queen's Drive from Swindon city centre
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