What is the travel distance from Swindon to Edinburgh?

Swindon and Edinburgh are 498 km (309 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Swindon to Edinburgh?

Buses departing from Swindon Coach Station in Swindon will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.

Bus Swindon to Edinburgh from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Swindon to Edinburgh on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:45am	Swindon Bus Station	14h 50m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Swindon Bus Station	13h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Swindon Bus Station	14h 50m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Swindon Bus Station	13h 55m	6:25am	Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Swindon Bus Station	15h 5m	9:35pm	Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Swindon to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

498 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $74	Average Duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$65 - $73	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11291 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $70

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Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Edinburgh?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon Bus Stop

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swindon to Edinburgh by bus

What is the travel distance from Swindon to Edinburgh?
Swindon and Edinburgh are 498 km (309 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Swindon to Edinburgh?
Buses departing from Swindon Coach Station in Swindon will take you to Bus Station in Edinburgh.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Swindon to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $56

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

You can expect to pay from $56 to $56 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-11-15.