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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
£20
tomorrow
£16
Sunday
Monday
£18
Tuesday
Wednesday
£18
Thursday
£22

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 20m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:10 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £20
National Express 5h 25m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:15 Swindon Central Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 5h 15m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:05 Swindon Common Head  Economy £20
National Express 5h 17m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:07 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £20
National Express 5h 15m 11:25 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 16:40 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      7h 0m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:55
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • National Express
      2h 15m
      0
      09:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      11:45
      Swindon
      Common Head
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 45m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 5m 14:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:20 Swindon Common Head  Economy £16
National Express 5h 10m 14:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:25 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £16
National Express 5h 15m 14:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:30 Swindon Central Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 7m 14:15 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:22 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £16
National Express 5h 15m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:05 Swindon Common Head  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 25m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:15 Swindon Central Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 5h 15m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:05 Swindon Common Head  Economy £18
National Express 5h 20m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:10 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £18
National Express 5h 17m 17:50 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 23:07 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £18
National Express 5h 0m 16:20 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:20 Swindon Central Coach Station  Economy £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:55
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      06:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      07:50
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 45m 16:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:40 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £18
National Express 4h 42m 16:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:37 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £18
National Express 6h 35m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:40 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £22
National Express 6h 32m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:37 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £22
National Express 6h 30m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:35 Swindon Common Head  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:55
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      06:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      07:50
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 37m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 30m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:35 Swindon Common Head  Economy £22
National Express 6h 32m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:37 Swindon Coate Water  Economy £22
National Express 6h 35m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:40 Swindon Queen's Drive  Economy £22
National Express 6h 40m 13:05 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 19:45 Swindon Central Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 4h 40m 16:55 Reading Mereoak Park & Ride 21:35 Swindon Common Head  Economy £24
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Swindon via London, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      04:45
      Reading
      Mereoak Park & Ride
      05:55
      London
      Hammersmith
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      06:00
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      07:50
      Swindon
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 35m shorter, and you will save £8

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Reading to Swindon is £16 on 06/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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.
Monday 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 52 coaches from Reading to Swindon, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Swindon, with 12 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 £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 11:25
Latest Coach 16:55
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 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£20
Saturday 06/12
£16
Sunday 07/12
Monday 08/12
£18
Tuesday 09/12
Wednesday 10/12
£22
Thursday 11/12
£22
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
£22
Sunday 14/12
£28
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
£17
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
Saturday 20/12
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
Wednesday 24/12
Thursday 25/12
Friday 26/12
Saturday 27/12
Sunday 28/12

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 £16, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Swindon. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £22.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Swindon, with £16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £21.

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.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

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 £16
Fastest Coach 4h 40m
Earliest Coach 11:25
Last Coach 16:55
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025
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 £16 and takes 5h 5m. 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 £16 to £36. 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 £24. 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 11:25. 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 16:55. 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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