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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Birmingham will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Swindon for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. 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 coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 103 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Swindon to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Birmingham coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 Swindon | 7h00 | 18:05 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Swindon | 6h20 | 21:50 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:50 Swindon | 3h45 | 22:35 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:35 Swindon | 5h55 | 01:30 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to Birmingham
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Buses from Swindon to Birmingham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Swindon to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Birmingham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Birmingham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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