Brighton to Swindon bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Swindon

Showing times and prices for Nov 22

Cheapest price

€38

Average price

€42

Fastest journey

4 h 44 m

Average duration

4 h 51 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Swindon will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Brighton for Swindon on Sat, Nov 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 140 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 44 m .

On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.

National Express
06:11AM4h44
Brighton
10:55AMSwindon
€381One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:20PM4h55
Brighton
10:15PMSwindon
€411One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:40PM4h55
Brighton
12:35AMSwindon
€481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Swindon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a bus costs an average of €22.

Distance: 140 km

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Most popular
Train

€46

Average price

€43

Average price

Cheapest

4h 11m

Average total duration

3h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Brighton to Swindon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Swindon buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:43 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express7:40 PM Brighton
4h55
12:35 AM Swindon0 transfersDirect
national_express7:47 PM Brighton
4h48
12:35 AM Swindon0 transfersDirect
Saturday, November 22
national_express6:11 AM Brighton
4h44
10:55 AM Swindon0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Swindon

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Buses from Brighton to Swindon run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 05:25, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 140 km distance in 4h 18m.

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
140 km
Average bus duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
4h 18m
First bus
05:25
Last bus
20:50
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 Brighton to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Swindon with National Express for as low as €22. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 18m
Cheapest Price
€30
National Express frequency
13 a day
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.

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Swindon

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Swindon by bus. 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 bus, 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 Brighton to Swindon can start from as little as €32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Swindon is €53; 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 Brighton to Swindon is 4 h 3 min   to travel the 140 km long trip, with around there are 15 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Swindon leaves at 06: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Swindon leaves at 20: 47.
There are 15 coaches a day from Brighton to Swindon which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Brighton to Swindon you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Swindon from Brighton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Swindon from Brighton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Brighton to Swindon by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Brighton and Swindon including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Swindon has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Swindon.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Swindon.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Swindon.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Swindon needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Swindon.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Swindon.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Swindon.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Swindon.

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    The major bus station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to Swindon.
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    Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
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