The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Swindon
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Buses per day
11
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 £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
To travel from Oxford to Swindon you need to make at least one change.
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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 £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. 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 £15, and a coach costs an average of £37.
Distance: 42 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£59 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Oxford to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford 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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![]() | 14:50 Oxford | 3h55 | 18:45 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Oxford | 4h00 | 22:15 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Oxford | 4h20 | 00:35 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxford to Swindon
Buses from Oxford to Swindon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Stagecoach West from Oxford to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Swindon with Megabus, Stagecoach West for as low as £15. 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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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Swindon
- 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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