How far is Cheltenham from Swindon by coach?

The distance between Swindon and Cheltenham by coach is approximately 27 miles (44 km).

Is there a way to reach Cheltenham from Swindon without a car?

You can travel to Cheltenham from Swindon by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Swindon to Cheltenham from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Swindon to Cheltenham on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40	Swindon Coach Station	1h 55m	12:35	6 Bradley Rd	No tags
Bus	10:40	Swindon Coach Station	2h 2m	12:42	Arle Court	No tags
Bus	10:40	Swindon Coach Station	1h 42m	12:22	Arle Court	No tags
Bus	10:40	Swindon Coach Station	55m	11:35	Royal Well Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:40	Swindon Coach Station	2h	12:40	6 Bradley Rd	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Swindon to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

55mAverage duration

27 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £8	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £48	Average duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,384 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,722 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Cheltenham?

Stops in Swindon

A
Swindon Coach Station
66 New Bridge Cl, Swindon SN1, UK
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B
Swindon Bus Stop
Crombey St, Swindon, Swindon SN1, UK

Stops in Cheltenham

A
Royal Well Bus Station
Royal Well Road, Cheltenham GL50
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swindon to Cheltenham

How far is Cheltenham from Swindon by coach?
The distance between Swindon and Cheltenham by coach is approximately 27 miles (44 km).
Is there a way to reach Cheltenham from Swindon without a car?
You can travel to Cheltenham from Swindon by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

£3

19/11

£3

Today

£3

21/11

£3

22/11

£3

23/11

£3

24/11

£3

25/11

£3

The cheapest trip from Swindon to Cheltenham was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swindon to Cheltenham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £3 to £3 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Cheltenham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-11-21.