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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI)
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h 2 m
Buses on 12 Sept
3
Distance
111 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Fast coaches
To travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) you need to make at least one change.
NXA2 · NX40119:473h28London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)23:15Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£161One-way1 change- NXA2 · NX4016:465h09London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)11:55Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£161One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NX44422:063h29London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)1:35Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£261One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NX40119:473h28London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)23:15Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£161One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NX44422:063h29London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)1:35Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£261One-way1 change
- NXA2 · NX4016:465h09London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)11:55Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)£161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 111 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is a coach with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI):
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) costing on average £37.
The fastest way to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is by train with an average journey time of 54m.
Other travel options to Swindon station (SWI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 7m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Swindon station (SWI) including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA2 · NX401 | 19:47 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 3h28 | 23:15 Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 change | |
| NXA2 · NX444 | 22:06 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 3h29 | 1:35 Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| NXA2 · NX401 | 6:46 London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) | 5h09 | 11:55 Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as National Express offer coaches services from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:36, the last at 21:06. The fastest coach covers the 111 km distance in 3h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 111 km |
Average bus duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 28m |
First bus 5:36 |
Last bus 21:06 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI)You can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) with Megabus, National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£9
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
What's included in each class
Compare Megabus classes and the amenities included in each one.
Front seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Leg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Reservable
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard +
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Table seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Top of stairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) 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 station (SWI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is 3h 28m to travel the 111 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) leaves at 5:36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) leaves at 21:06.
There are 2 coaches a day from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI), you can count on Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to Swindon station (SWI). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Paddington (PAD) and Swindon station (SWI) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Swindon station (SWI) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Swindon station (SWI) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI):
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI):
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI):
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Paddington (PAD) to Swindon station (SWI) with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
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