Bus 8 route
Route stops
51 stops • 2 directions
- Fleming Way
- Corporation Street
- Gladstone Street
- County Road Corner
- Gorse Hill South
- Gorse Hill North
- May Close
- Poplar Avenue
- Wheeler Avenue
- Headlands School
- Marsland Road
- Headlands Trading Estate
- Greenlands Road
- Church Walk
- Addison Crescent
- Lansbury Drive
- Burns Way
- Espringham Place
- Kingsdown School
- Kingsdown Gate
- Windbrook Meadow
- Wildern Square
- Parkside
- Parkside
- The Crown
- Windbrook Meadow
- Kingsdown Gate
- Kingsdown School
- Hyde Road
- Ridgeway Road
- Duchess Way
- Espringham Place
- Burns Way
- Lansbury Drive
- Addison Crescent
- Ruskin Avenue
- Church Walk
- Greenlands Road
- Headlands Trading Estate
- Marsland Road
- Wheeler Avenue
- Poplar Avenue
- May Close
- Argyle Street
- Gorse Hill North
- Gorse Hill South
- County Road Corner
- Gladstone Street
- Manchester Road
- Old Bus Station
- Fleming Way
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 8. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 8 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 8 stop here?'
Where does bus #8 run?
This route serves the Swindon (UK) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
How often does it run?
Average interval is 00:30:00. This can shift with traffic, weather, and road conditions. For accurate wait times, check real-time tracking or the stop display if there is one.
Does it run on a set schedule or does it change?
Intervals depend on time of day and day of week: 01:00:00 @ (Su). Usually runs more frequently during rush hour, less often in the evening and on weekends. If timing matters, build in buffer time and check live tracking before you leave.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Stagecoach West. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'Stagecoach West' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
What color is the route on maps?
On transit maps this route is marked in #f48021. Color helps you spot the line quickly and tell it apart from others. In some cities the line color appears on stop signs or even on the vehicles themselves. The exact shade might vary between sources—go by route number and endpoints instead.
Additional Route Information
Bus 8: Town Centre - Stratton St Margaret
Reference
8
Origin
Swindon Town Centre (Fleming Way)
Destination
Stratton St Margaret (Parkside)
Via
Gorse Hill;Upper Stratton;Kingsdown
Interval
00:30:00
Interval by schedule
01:00:00 @ (Su)
Route network
Stagecoach West
Operator
Stagecoach West
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 06:10-20:50; Sa 07:00-20:50; Su 08:40-19:05
Color
#f48021
Bus 8: Stratton St Margaret - Town Centre
Reference
8
Origin
Stratton St Margaret (Parkside)
Destination
Swindon Town Centre (Fleming Way)
Via
Kingsdown;Upper Stratton;Gorse Hill
Interval
00:30:00
Interval by schedule
01:00:00 @ (Su)
Route network
Stagecoach West
Operator
Stagecoach West
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 06:33-21:12; Sa 07:30-21:12; Su 08:02-18:27
Color
#f48021
Quick overview
Explore the bus 8 route in Swindon (UK). 2 directions, 51 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
