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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity coaches per day from Stansted to Swindon. Traveling by coach from Stansted to Swindon usually takes around 4 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 88 mi (142 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 55m |
| Cheapest price | £22.75 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Stansted to Swindon?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stansted to Swindon. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 15 | 4h 42m | £33.44 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 88 miles from Stansted to Swindon. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 55 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Stansted to Swindon for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Stansted to Swindon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Stansted?
Main departure station: Stansted Airport London (STN)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Stansted.
All coach stations in Stansted:
Stansted Airport London (STN)
Where does the coach arrive in Swindon?
Main arrival station: Common Head - Gt Western Hospital
Coaches arrive in Swindon at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Swindon:
Common Head - Gt Western Hospital
Bus Station
Sussex Square - Queen's Drive
Sun Inn - Marlborough Road (Coate Water)
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