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STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway
Museum of the Great Western Railway with locomotives, carriages, and hands-on displays in a restored railway building.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£23
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£27
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
4 h 30 m
Buses on 29 Oct
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 2 buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 142 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.

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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £22 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 05:05, the last at 21:05. The fastest coach covers the 142 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 142 km |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 42m |
First bus 5:05 |
Last bus 21:05 |
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The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon coaches for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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![]() | 19:35 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h30 | 0:05 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:35 Stansted Mountfitchet | 4h30 | 1:05 Swindon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum of the Great Western Railway with locomotives, carriages, and hands-on displays in a restored railway building.
Museum and art gallery exploring Swindon’s history, archaeology, and changing exhibitions near the town centre.
Volunteer-run transport museum with buses, cars, motorcycles, and local motoring history displays.
Large country park with woodland, lakes, trails, and family activities on the edge of west Swindon.
Restored railway shopping district with heritage buildings, outlet stores, and easy access to STEAM Museum.
Popular waterside park with a reservoir, circular walks, play areas, and links to local literary heritage.
A Wiltshire cured ham, usually sliced for sandwiches or salads. It is a long-standing county speciality prized for its mild cure and local heritage.
Small sausages traditionally made with pork from local farms. They are a classic Wiltshire butcher’s product, often served at breakfasts and pub meals.
A firm, crumbly cow’s milk cheese made in Wiltshire. It is one of the county’s best-known foods and is often eaten with bread, apples or pickles.
Well-regarded Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and seafood in a polished, family-friendly dining room.
Stylish modern Indian restaurant known for refined curries, grills and cocktails in a smart but relaxed setting near the town centre.
Established steakhouse and grill serving steaks, burgers and hearty British favourites in a lively, informal setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than in London, but dining and rail fares can still add up for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
There are plenty of options for travellers who need to catch the bus from Stansted to Swindon. Every day, National Express run 13 services from London Stansted Airport bus stop to Swindon. The first bus of the day leaves just after 6:00 a.m. and the last bus departs just before midnight, and there are frequent buses throughout the day. Customers should bear in mind that every journey involves a change, usually at Heathrow Airport. With the stop included, the total journey time varies from 3 hours 40 minutes to a little over 4 hours. All buses from Stansted to Swindon arrive at Swindon Bus Station, which is on Manchester Road in the centre of town.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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.

Most Stansted Mountfitchet to Swindon buses use the to Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) station pair, with some services arriving at Swindon, Queen's Drive. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Swindon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby eateries available in the city center.
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2). ATMs are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2).
Available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2): Accessible for standard wheelchairs.
Swindon, Queen's Drive is 1 km from Swindon city centre. Public transport options include:
Swindon, Queen's Drive has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive. ATMs are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Ticket office support is available at Swindon, Queen's Drive.
Available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon, Queen's Drive: The station is accessible with provisions for disabled passengers.
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