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Glasgow to Swindon Bus Schedule

Bus from Glasgow to Swindon: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity buses per day from Glasgow to Swindon. Traveling by bus from Glasgow to Swindon usually takes around 13 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 13 hours,

Distance314 mi (506 km)
Shortest duration13h 0m
Cheapest price$38.30
Most frequent serviceNational Express
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What bus companies travel from Glasgow to Swindon?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Glasgow to Swindon. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express513h 34m$65.14
  • Book National Express from Glasgow to Swindon from $38. There are 5 trips per day offered by National Express from Glasgow to Swindon and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Swindon. In Glasgow, National Express departs to Swindon from Buchanan Bus Station . In Swindon, National Express arrives at Common Head - Gt Western Hospital and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on National Express from Glasgow to Swindon takes 13 hours and 34 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Swindon in 13 hours and 0 minutes .

    On weekends, National Express offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Swindon.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Glasgow to Swindon

The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 314 miles from Glasgow to Swindon. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.

The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Glasgow to Swindon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Glasgow to Swindon every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

City Information

Glasgow

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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.

There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.

If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.

Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer bus service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Glasgow?

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Main departure station: Buchanan Bus Station

Buchanan Bus Station is the main bus terminus in Glasgow and the biggest bus station in Scotland. The station is conveniently located near the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow Caledonian University, and the Buchanan Galleries. Transferring to other forms of travel is easy since Glasgow Queen Street Railway Station and the Cowcaddens and Buchanan Street subway stations are also within walking distance. Inside the station building, you'll find seated waiting areas, a bookshop, luggage storage, and toilets. The station is often bustling, welcoming Megabus, National Express, and Scottish Citylink services, to name a few.

All bus stations in Glasgow:

  • Buchanan Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Swindon?

Main arrival station: Sussex Square - Queen's Drive

Buses arrive in Swindon at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Swindon:

  • Sussex Square - Queen's Drive

  • Coate Water Country Park

  • Common Head - Gt Western Hospital

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