Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Coate Water (opp Holiday Inn) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stansted London Airport (STN) | Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (opp jct Somerville) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stansted to Swindon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Swindon. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 445, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 445 - R 1 975 | Average duration4h 25m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 349 - R 349 | Average duration2h 20m | 6kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Stansted and Swindon?
Stops in Stansted
- A
London Stansted Airport
Stops in Swindon
- A66 New Bridge Cl, Swindon SN1, UK
- B
Swindon Bus Stop
Crombey St, Swindon, Swindon SN1, UK
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the accurate timings and helpful staff. Travelers appreciated the assistance with luggage and flexibility in travel arrangements, such as allowing changes to bus stops or earlier departures. These aspects contributed to a smooth journey experience for passengers.
National Express Stansted Swindon recent customer reviews
Very good and the drivers were very helpful with your luggage 🧳 and letting me go to the bus station swindon,instead of queens drive ,as I would of meant me getting 2 buses instead of 1.Also like to thank the ticket information downstairs at stanstead for letting get an earlier coach, as it cut 2 hours of my intented journey many thanks Mr Lawrence kirby
Lawrence K.
Accurate timings and staff helpful. I was stressed about the journey but found whole experience easy...
Lynda R.
A good service friendly drive😊😊👍
Leslie H.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stansted to Swindon by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Stansted to Swindon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stansted to Swindon start at R 445. The average price for this route is around R 1 179. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stansted to Swindon?
The average bus journey time from Stansted to Swindon is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 145 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 42m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Stansted to Swindon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stansted to Swindon?
The earliest bus departs from Stansted to Swindon at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stansted to Swindon?
A bus trip from Stansted to Swindon produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stansted to Swindon was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 843To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stansted to Swindon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 843 to R 2 058 for a bus ticket from Stansted to Swindon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 843, which is on 2025-12-28.
