Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Coate Water (opp Holiday Inn) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Coate Water (opp Holiday Inn) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 18:39 GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Stansted to Swindon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Swindon. The journey takes about 4 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£21 - £79 | Average duration4h 27m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£14 - £14 | Average duration2h 20m | 6kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Swindon?
Stops in Swindon
- A66 New Bridge Cl, Swindon SN1, UK
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Swindon Bus Stop
Crombey St, Swindon, Swindon SN1, UK
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the accurate timings and helpful staff. Travelers appreciated the assistance with luggage and flexibility in travel arrangements, such as allowing changes to bus stops or earlier departures. These aspects contributed to a smooth journey experience for passengers.
National Express Stansted Swindon recent customer reviews
Very good and the drivers were very helpful with your luggage 🧳 and letting me go to the bus station swindon,instead of queens drive ,as I would of meant me getting 2 buses instead of 1.Also like to thank the ticket information downstairs at stanstead for letting get an earlier coach, as it cut 2 hours of my intented journey many thanks Mr Lawrence kirby
Lawrence K.
Accurate timings and staff helpful. I was stressed about the journey but found whole experience easy...
Lynda R.
A good service friendly drive😊😊👍
Leslie H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stansted to Swindon
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Swindon?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stansted to Swindon start from £21. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Swindon?
The average bus journey time from Stansted to Swindon is 4h 27m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 42m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Swindon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Swindon?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Swindon at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Swindon?
A bus journey from Stansted to Swindon produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Swindon was searched and found on 20 Feb 2026 with a price of £21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Swindon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £21 to £82 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Swindon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2026-02-20.
