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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

5 h 13 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

146 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Swindon for London Stansted Airport 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 146 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 36 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.

National Express
20:354h50
Swindon
01:25London Stansted Airport
£211One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:495h36
Swindon
18:25London Stansted Airport
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swindon to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £20.

Distance: 146 km

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Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£51

Average Price

3h 1m

Average total duration

2h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

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30m

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National Express

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Live departures

Swindon to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swindon to London Stansted Airport coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:35 Swindon
4h25
01:00 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
Monday 23 February
national_express12:49 Swindon
5h36
18:25 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swindon to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Swindon to London Stansted Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 12:45, the last at 20:35. The fastest coach covers the 146 km distance in 4h 20m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £20
Distance
146 km
Average bus duration
2h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
12:45
Last bus
20:35
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £20

Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Swindon to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £20. 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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
13 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.

FAQs: Swindon to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swindon to London Stansted Airport can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swindon to London Stansted Airport is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport is 4h 20m to travel the 146 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport leaves at 12:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport leaves at 20:35.
There are 13 coaches a day from Swindon to London Stansted Airport which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Stansted Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swindon and London Stansted Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Stansted Airport from Swindon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swindon and London Stansted Airport including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Swindon to London Stansted Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swindon to London Stansted Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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