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Which bus from Reading to Swindon is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Reading to Swindon. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
from £24
Thursday
from £26
Friday
Saturday
from £24
Sunday
from £17
Monday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 42m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:37
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 32m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:37
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:45
    Swindon
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    4h 50m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:45
    Swindon
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:40
    Swindon
    Queen's Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      18:10
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:35
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 33m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    6h 32m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:37
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 40m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:45
    Swindon
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 30m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:35
    Swindon
    Common Head
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:40
    Swindon
    Queen's Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    4h 42m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:37
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      18:10
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:35
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 33m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:20
    Swindon
    Common Head
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:25
    Swindon
    Queen's Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:30
    Swindon
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:22
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:20
    Swindon
    Common Head
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 2h 50m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:35
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 52m
    0
    16:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:12
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 50m
    0
    16:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:10
    Swindon
    Common Head
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 55m
    0
    16:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:15
    Swindon
    Queen's Drive
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    16:20
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    21:20
    Swindon
    Central Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 57m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:22
    Swindon
    Coate Water
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      6h 15m
      0
      16:20
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      17:40
      London
      Earl's Court
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 2h 50m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      20:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      22:35
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £7

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Reading and Swindon?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Reading to Swindon. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily coaches from Reading to Swindon. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Reading and Swindon.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 40 coaches from Reading to Swindon, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Swindon, with 8 offers.

All facts for Reading to Swindon bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express that travel daily 12 times by bus from Reading to Swindon in one click. Book your Reading to Swindon bus ticket starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus £17
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 13:05
Latest Coach 17:50
Daily Bus Connections 12 Ø
Distance 57.1 km
Coach Companies National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Reading to Swindon?

Every day, 12 buses from 1 coach companies leave Reading for Swindon. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 10/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 09/06
Tuesday 10/06
Wednesday 11/06
£25
Thursday 12/06
£26
Friday 13/06
Saturday 14/06
£24
Sunday 15/06
£17
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
£25
Wednesday 18/06
£24
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
Saturday 21/06
Sunday 22/06
£20
Monday 23/06
Tuesday 24/06
£15
Wednesday 25/06
£14
Thursday 26/06
Friday 27/06
£27
Saturday 28/06
Sunday 29/06
Monday 30/06
Tuesday 01/07
Wednesday 02/07
Thursday 03/07
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
Sunday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Swindon

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Swindon, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £17, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Swindon. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £26.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Swindon, with £17. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from Reading to Swindon

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Reading to Swindon in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Reading to Swindon, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Reading to Swindon are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Reading to Swindon?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Reading to Swindon timetable.

National Express from Reading to Swindon

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Reading to Swindon:

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 13:05
Last Coach 17:50
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 08/06/2025
In total 1 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Swindon

Here is a map with all coach stations in Reading and Swindon. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Reading to Swindon? Compare all modes of transports from Reading to Swindon.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Reading to Swindon

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Reading to Swindon. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Reading to Swindon bus

How much does a Reading Swindon coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading Swindon bus trip is available from £17 and takes 4h 52m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Reading to Swindon?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £34. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Swindon.

How many connections are available for the Reading Swindon route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Swindon is offered by roughly 12 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Swindon from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Swindon is provided by National Express and takes 4h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £25. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Swindon?

The earliest bus to Swindon departs from Reading at 13:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Reading to Swindon?

The latest bus to Swindon departs from Reading at 17:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Reading Swindon route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading to Swindon can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Swindon?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading and Swindon by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Swindon from Reading?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Reading Swindon bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Reading Swindon bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Reading to Swindon on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Reading to Swindon

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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