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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Cheltenham to Swindon. Traveling by bus from Cheltenham to Swindon usually takes around 2 hours and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 27 mi (43 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $24.05 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Swindon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cheltenham to Swindon. Megabus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 2h 55m | $24.67 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 43 kilometers from Cheltenham to Swindon. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
There is usually only one bus per day from Cheltenham to Swindon. It leaves the station in Cheltenham at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Cheltenham to Swindon. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cheltenham to Swindon; ticket prices start at $19.93.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cheltenham?
Main departure station: Castlemaine Dr
Most buses depart from the main station in Cheltenham.
All bus stations in Cheltenham:
Castlemaine Dr
Where does the bus arrive in Swindon?
Main arrival station: Blagrove Roundabout Bus Stop
All buses from Cheltenham arrive at one main station in Swindon.
Bus stations in Swindon:
Blagrove Roundabout Bus Stop
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