The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swindon to York
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swindon to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to York will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 buses that leave Swindon for York 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 271 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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 York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swindon to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 271 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 York bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to York coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:15 Swindon | 10h40 | 22:55 York | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:19 Swindon | 10h36 | 22:55 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to York
Buses from Swindon to York run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 20:35. The fastest coach covers the 271 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 271 km |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 20:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Swindon to YorkYou can travel by bus between Swindon to York with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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