4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Swindon
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Swindon will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
Of the 5 buses that leave Oxford for Swindon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
10:503h40Oxford14:30Swindon£411One-way0 changes- 7:303h25Oxford10:55Swindon£431One-way0 changes
- 8:303h25Oxford11:55Swindon£471One-way0 changes
- 21:153h50Oxford1:05Swindon£611One-way0 changes
- 20:154h20Oxford0:35Swindon£611One-way0 changes
- 8:303h25Oxford11:55Swindon£471One-way0 changes
- 7:303h25Oxford10:55Swindon£431One-way0 changes
- 10:503h40Oxford14:30Swindon£411One-way0 changes
- 21:153h50Oxford1:05Swindon£611One-way0 changes
- 20:154h20Oxford0:35Swindon£611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 42 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oxford to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TALGW · NX444 | On time 21:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station | 3h50 | 1:05 Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 change | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
| 7:30 Oxford | 3h25 | 10:55 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Oxford | 3h25 | 11:55 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:50 Oxford | 3h40 | 14:30 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Swindon
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Oxford to Swindon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:11, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 0:11 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Megabus from Oxford to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Swindon with Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses From Oxford To Swindon
Buses from Oxford to Swindon run regularly on a daily basis with about three departing each hour. The first bus in the morning leaves after 06:15 a.m. and the last bus departs around 11:15 p.m. The services are operated by National Express. No changes are required during the 26 mile journey and the average length of the journey is around one hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Oxford to Swindon?
Departure Station: Buses from Swindon from Oxford depart from Oxford's main bus station on Gloucester Green close to the city centre. It is a short 5-minute walk to the city's main centre, less than quarter of a mile away. This is a busy station with local bus connections to locations around Oxford and beyond.
Arrival Station: The arrival point is Swindon Bus Station, situated close to the Brunel Shopping Centre in the centre the of town. All the main town facilities are within a short walking distance, from 0.5-1 mile. Local buses provide services to most of the main locations in Swindon.
FAQs: Oxford to Swindon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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- 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.
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- 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).
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- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Swindon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- The Four Candles (0.2 km)
- The White Rabbit (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90
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