What is the travel distance from Swindon to Cheltenham?

About 27 miles (44 km) separate Swindon and Cheltenham.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swindon to Cheltenham?

The majority of buses traveling from Swindon to Cheltenham start their journey at Swindon Coach Station and wind up at Royal Well Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Swindon to Cheltenham from $4 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Swindon to Cheltenham on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40am	Swindon Coach Station	2h 2m	12:42pm	Arle Court	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Swindon Coach Station	1h 55m	12:35pm	6 Bradley Rd	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Swindon Coach Station	1h 55m	12:35pm	6 Bradley Rd	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Swindon Coach Station	2h 2m	12:42pm	Arle Court	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Swindon Coach Station	2h	12:40pm	6 Bradley Rd	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Swindon to Cheltenham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cheltenham. The journey takes about 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

55mAverage Duration

27 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $10	Average Duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $104	Average Duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,328 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Cheltenham?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon Bus Stop

Stops in Cheltenham

A - Royal Well Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Swindon to Cheltenham by bus

What is the travel distance from Swindon to Cheltenham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swindon to Cheltenham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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$4

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$4

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$4

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$4

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$4

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$4

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$4

The cheapest trip from Swindon to Cheltenham was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $4

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 $4 to $4 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 $4 which is on 2025-11-17.