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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Cardiff will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Swindon for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Cardiff coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:05 Swindon | 6h30 | 17:35 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Swindon | 7h50 | 23:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to Cardiff
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Buses from Swindon to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Swindon to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Cardiff with Megabus, National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swindon, Freshbrook, which is located around 4 miles (6.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, University, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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