How far is Swindon from Reading by coach?

The journey from Reading to Swindon by coach covers an approximate distance of 36 miles (58 km).

Is there a way to reach Swindon from Reading without a car?

You can reach Swindon from Reading by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Reading to Swindon from £15 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Reading to Swindon on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:15	Mereoak P&R	5h 15m	19:30	SWINDON	Cheapest
Bus	16:20	Mereoak P&R	5h	21:20	SWINDON	Fastest
Bus	11:25	Mereoak P&R	5h 5m	16:30	SWINDON	No tags
Bus	11:25	Mereoak P&R	5h 5m	16:30	SWINDON	No tags
Bus	14:15	Mereoak P&R	5h 15m	19:30	SWINDON	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:13 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reading to Swindon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swindon. The journey takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 15mAverage duration

37 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £45	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £16

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Swindon?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Reading to Swindon

How far is Swindon from Reading by coach?
The journey from Reading to Swindon by coach covers an approximate distance of 36 miles (58 km).
Is there a way to reach Swindon from Reading without a car?
You can reach Swindon from Reading by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£34

14/11

£23

Today

£34

16/11

£24

17/11

£15

18/11

£19

19/11

£15

20/11

£16

The cheapest trip from Reading to Swindon was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Swindon as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £15 to £46 for a bus ticket from Reading to Swindon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-11-17.