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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h 51 m
Buses on 12 Sept
2
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon station (SWI) 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 station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 2 buses from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 17 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.
20:354h25Swindon station (SWI)1:00London Stansted Airport£221One-way0 changes- 12:455h17Swindon station (SWI)18:02London Stansted Airport£231One-way0 changes
- 20:354h25Swindon station (SWI)1:00London Stansted Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 12:455h17Swindon station (SWI)18:02London Stansted Airport£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 146 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £46.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 3h 36m versus 2h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 Swindon station (SWI) | 5h17 | 18:02 London Stansted Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 11:45, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 146 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 146 km |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 11:45 |
Last bus 19:00 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Bus providers: National Express from Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon station (SWI) to London Stansted Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon station (SWI) 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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