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Compare train and coach for Swindon to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 249 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to Bradford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Swindon to Bradford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 249 km distance in 9h 45m.
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 249 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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: National Express, Megabus from Swindon to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Bradford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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 Duration
10h 55m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
8 a day
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.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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
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.
FAQs: Swindon to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Swindon to Bradford can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to Bradford is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swindon to Bradford coach time is 8 h 35 min covering the 154 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swindon to Bradford leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Swindon to Bradford leaves at 23: 50.
There are 8 coaches a day from Swindon to Bradford which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Swindon to Bradford coach with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Swindon and Bradford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swindon to Bradford is November.
You have options as you can travel from Swindon to Bradford 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Swindon to Bradford has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
No, luggage for the coach from Swindon to Bradford needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swindon to Bradford.
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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Bradford
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Bradford
The major coach station for departures in Swindon is Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) for your trip from Swindon to Bradford.
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Swindon, Queen's Drive
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The major coach station for arrivals in Bradford is Bradford, Interchange Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bradford, Interchange Station for your trip to Bradford from Swindon.
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