- Must visit
The British Museum
World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
33
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to London will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 33 buses that leave Swindon for London every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 115 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to London coaches for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:55 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h15 | 10:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h50 | 10:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 8:09 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h41 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 8:09 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h16 | 10:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 · NX032 | 8:09 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 3h36 | 11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
NX401 | 10:19 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h31 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 10:19 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h06 | 12:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 · NX032 | 10:19 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h56 | 13:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h10 | 14:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h40 | 14:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 12:49 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h06 | 14:55 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 12:49 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h31 | 15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:35 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h10 | 16:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:35 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h40 | 17:15 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 15:04 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h46 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 15:04 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h21 | 17:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1h55 | 18:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h25 | 19:25 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 17:15 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h35 | 19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 17:15 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h10 | 19:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h00 | 20:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h30 | 20:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1h55 | 0:35 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1h35 | 0:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
FlixBus | 3:25 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1h55 | 5:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h15 | 5:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h10 | 6:40 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1h50 | 6:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | 4:59 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h21 | 7:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | 4:59 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 1h51 | 6:50 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h30 | 7:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 5:29 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h51 | 8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX401 | 5:29 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 2h16 | 7:45 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h45 | 9:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 2h10 | 8:25 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Swindon to London run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 18 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 115 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 115 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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World-class collection spanning ancient civilisations, the Rosetta Stone and global treasures with free permanent galleries.
National collection of European painting from Van Gogh to Turner in a landmark Trafalgar Square setting.
Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.
Lively pedestrian riverside route linking major sights, street performers, markets and excellent views across the Thames.
West End square famous for lions, fountains and events, surrounded by galleries and central to many first-time visits.
Grand royal park with Serpentine lake, broad paths and easy walks to Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace.
A classic breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, beans, mushrooms and toast. A staple of British cafés and weekend dining across London.
Pale ale battered fish with chips, usually served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. A long-standing favourite in London pubs and chippies.
Slow-cooked beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potato. This hearty pie is closely associated with East London working-class food culture.
Luxury hotel venue renowned for formal afternoon tea with fine pastries, sandwiches and impeccable service in grand surroundings.
Refined Indian restaurant with a Michelin star, celebrated for polished cooking and a landmark role in London’s modern dining scene.
Historic dining room famed for traditional British pies, roast meats and classic puddings in elegant, old-school surroundings.
Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.
Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Charing Cross, London
National Express coaches offer many buses from Swindon to London. Services start early in the morning, at 5:00 a.m., and leave every couple of hours throughout the day and afternoon. Services start to slow down in the evening, with the last services leaving at 20:40 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. Some services run directly, others have one change. Direct services last around 2.5-3 hours, and services with one change may take up to 4 or 4.5 hours.
Departure Station: Buses to Swindon depart from London's Victoria Coach Station and London Sutton Rail Station. London Victoria is in central London, a few minutes' walk from Westminster Abbey. Sutton Rail Station is several miles south of central London and is not in walking distance from the city centre.
Arrival Station: Buses to London depart from Swindon's bus station. The main bus station is located in the south of the town, which is a 15 to 20-minute walk from the train station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Swindon to London buses use the Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station). Use this guide to compare Swindon and London 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.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Limited accessibility available.
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