The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Swindon
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton to Swindon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Swindon will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Swindon on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
9:15 AM5h10Southampton2:25 PMSwindon€591One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM2h40Southampton5:35 PMSwindon€651One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM2h40Southampton5:35 PMSwindon€651One-way0 transfers
9:15 AM5h10Southampton2:25 PMSwindon€591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to Swindon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Swindon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 77 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Swindon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Swindon buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 · NX401 | Delayed 7:45 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h10 | 2:15 PM 2:15 PMSwindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX401 | Delayed 9:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 2:15 PM 2:15 PMSwindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX401 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 4:30 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h50 | 6:35 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX401 | On time 2:45 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h45 | 7:30 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 3h30 | 6:35 PM Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX401 | On time 5:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX401 | On time 7:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h15 | 11:15 PM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX444 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h05 | 1:35 AM Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Swindon
Buses from Southampton to Swindon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 22:42. The fastest bus covers the 77 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 77 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 10:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Bluestar from Southampton to SwindonYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Swindon with National Express, Bluestar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Swindon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Southampton to Swindon
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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