How far is Cardiff from Swindon by coach?

The journey from Swindon to Cardiff by coach covers an approximate distance of 61 miles (98 km).

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

The best way to go from Swindon to Cardiff without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Swindon to Cardiff from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Swindon to Cardiff on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:10	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	2h 10m	09:20	Kingsway GD	No tags
Bus	13:50	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	4h 10m	18:00	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags
Bus	13:50	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	3h 15m	17:05	Kingsway GD	No tags
Bus	13:50	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	4h 15m	18:05	Kingsway GD	No tags
Bus	13:50	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	3h 10m	17:00	Cardiff University (opp Cathays Rail Stn)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Swindon to Cardiff

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Cardiff. The journey takes about 56 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

56mAverage duration

61 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £78	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £82	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,325 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4271 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Megabus Swindon Cardiff recent customer reviews

The first bud was 20 minutes, without being altered and the bud in Bristol was a 90 minutes late, which we were told little information about

Bertie M.

9 June 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Cardiff?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon Bus Stop

Stops in Cardiff

A - Sophia Gardens

B - Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)

C - Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens

D - Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop

E - National Museum

F - Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swindon to Cardiff

How far is Cardiff from Swindon by coach?
The journey from Swindon to Cardiff by coach covers an approximate distance of 61 miles (98 km).
Is there a way to reach Cardiff from Swindon without a car?
The best way to go from Swindon to Cardiff without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

£21

14/11

£30

Today

£35

16/11

£10

17/11

£24

18/11

£20

19/11

£20

20/11

£23

The cheapest trip from Swindon to Cardiff was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £10

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

You can expect to pay from £10 to £63 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Cardiff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-11-16.