The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol Airport to Swansea
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Airport to Swansea will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bristol Airport for Swansea on Sat, Mar 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 14 the direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sat, Mar 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol Airport to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$17 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bristol Airport to Swansea Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:52AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:11AM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 5h02 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:23AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h27 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:59AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h51 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:03AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:03PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h12 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:19PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:03PM | Arrival Time 12:38AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:13PM | Arrival Time 12:38AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:26PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:23PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h37 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Bristol Airport to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Airport to Swansea buses for today, Friday, March 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WXA1 · NX201 · NX507 | Delayed 8:11 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h54 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMSwansea, University Bay Campus | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 11:45 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 3h10 | 11:55 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX202 · NX201 | 9:23 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h27 | 1:50 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
WXA1 · NX202 · NX111 | 9:23 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h22 | 1:45 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2 transfers | |
WXA1 · NX202 · NX201 | 10:59 AM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 5h21 | 4:20 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 2:05 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX202 | 12:55 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 5h15 | 6:10 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 3h40 | 5:45 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 3h25 | 5:30 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX202 · NX111 | 3:19 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 5h06 | 8:25 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2 transfers | |
WXA1 · NX202 | 3:19 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 4h31 | 7:50 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 2h45 | 8:30 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bristol, Airport Bus Station | 2h35 | 8:20 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 transfersDirect | |
WXA1 · NX202 | 10:23 PM Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) | 3h37 | 2:00 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, March 14 | |||||
![]() | 2:45 AM Bristol Airport | 2h35 | 5:20 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Bristol Airport | 2h45 | 8:15 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol Airport to Swansea
Buses from Bristol Airport to Swansea run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:45, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 02:45 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bristol Airport to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Bristol Airport to Swansea with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol Airport to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Airport to Swansea by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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