Wakefield to Swindon bus with National Express

Thu 16 Apr
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Flibco
Swiss Tours
2,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Flibco
Swiss Tours
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 237 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£80

Average Price

8h 42m

Average total duration

8h 12m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 31m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Live departures

Wakefield to Swindon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Swindon coaches for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express7:15 Wakefield
10h30
17:45 Swindon0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Wakefield to Swindon by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
17 Apr
Sat
18 Apr
Sun
19 Apr
Mon
20 Apr
Tue
21 Apr
Wed
22 Apr
Thu
23 Apr

Why should you book Wakefield to Swindon coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Wakefield to Swindon.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Wakefield to Swindon.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Wakefield to Swindon.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wakefield to Swindon.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Swindon

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Wakefield to Swindon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 237 km distance in 8h 5m.

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
Distance
237 km
Average bus duration
8h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
8h 5m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
22:35
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
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

Bus providers: National Express from Wakefield to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Swindon with National Express for as low as £16. 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
8h 5m
Cheapest Price
£16
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Wakefield to Swindon coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Wakefield to Swindon can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Wakefield to Swindon is £20; 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 Wakefield to Swindon is 8h 5m to travel the 237 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 Wakefield to Swindon leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Wakefield to Swindon leaves at 22:35.
There are 5 coaches a day from Wakefield to Swindon which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Wakefield to Swindon, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Swindon. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Wakefield and Swindon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Swindon from Wakefield is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Wakefield to Swindon is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wakefield and Swindon including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Wakefield to Swindon:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Wakefield to Swindon for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Wakefield to Swindon 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 Wakefield to Swindon.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Wakefield to Swindon:
  • 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 Wakefield to Swindon:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Wakefield to Swindon.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Wakefield to Swindon with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Wakefield to Swindon with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Wakefield to Swindon with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Swindon

Wakefield
Swindon
The major coach station for departures in Wakefield is Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk for your trip from Wakefield to Swindon.
Wakefield, Cathedral Retail Pk
information

More options for your journey from Wakefield to Swindon

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return coaches from Swindon to Wakefield
Wakefield to Swindon train
Tickets and more information for coaches to Wakefield
Tickets and more information for coaches to Swindon

Most popular buses to and from Swindon and Wakefield

Wakefield to London coach
Wakefield to Paris coach
Wakefield to Manchester coach
Wakefield to Birmingham coach
Wakefield to Edinburgh coach
Wakefield to Amsterdam coach
Wakefield to London Stansted Airport coach
Wakefield to Bristol coach
Wakefield to Glasgow coach
Wakefield to Leeds coach
Wakefield to London Luton Airport coach
Wakefield to Liverpool coach
Wakefield to Newcastle coach
Wakefield to Sheffield coach
Wakefield to Cardiff coach
Wakefield to Coventry coach
Wakefield to Southampton coach
Wakefield to Bournemouth coach
Wakefield to Portsmouth coach
Wakefield to Northampton coach
Wakefield to Longford coach
Wakefield to Bath coach
London to Swindon coach
Manchester to Swindon coach
Birmingham to Swindon coach
Edinburgh to Swindon coach
London Heathrow Airport to Swindon coach
Bristol to Swindon coach
Glasgow to Swindon coach
Leeds to Swindon coach
Liverpool to Swindon coach
London Gatwick Airport to Swindon coach
Manchester Airport to Swindon coach
Newcastle to Swindon coach
Sheffield to Swindon coach
Cardiff to Swindon coach
Leicester to Swindon coach
Nottingham to Swindon coach
Luton to Swindon coach
Cambridge to Swindon coach
Oxford to Swindon coach
Swansea to Swindon coach
Brighton to Swindon coach
Canterbury to Swindon coach
HomeCoachesCoach tickets to Swindon Wakefield to Swindon bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone