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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Swansea

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 01
Cheapest price on Nov 01
$38
Average ticket price on Nov 01
$49
Fastest journey on Nov 01
7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Nov 01
8 h 8 m
Buses on Nov 01
14
Distance
291 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Swansea will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Leeds to Swansea without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX133 · NX112
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX133 · NX112
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX467 · NX507
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX467 · NX507
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX561 · NX507
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Swansea

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Buses from Leeds to Swansea run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 6h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts

  • Distance180 miles (291 km)
  • Average bus duration8h 10m
  • Cheapest ticket price$27 (€22)
  • Buses per day18
  • Fastest bus6h 10m
  • First bus12:30 AM
  • Last bus11:55 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJun
  • Cheapest DayMon
  • High SeasonJan - Mar
  • Low SeasonJul - Sep
  • Busiest DayWed
  • Least Busy DaySun
  • Best time to book21 days

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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Frequently asked questions about your Leeds to Swansea trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leeds to Swansea.

Cheap bus tickets from Leeds to Swansea can start from as little as $27 (€22) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leeds to Swansea is $52 (€43) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Leeds to Swansea leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leeds to Swansea leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 18 buses a day from Leeds to Swansea which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Leeds to Swansea Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:10AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
11h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
11h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$56
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05AM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
8h40
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
04:45PM
Duration
10h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
05:25PM
Duration
7h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
05:55PM
Duration
8h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
10h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
10h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:05PM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
8h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
8h25
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:35PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
7h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:50PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
7h45
Departure days
Mon, Sun
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
11h15
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$44
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
11:35PM
Duration
10h15
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
09:25PM
Duration
7h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
9h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
9h00
Departure days
Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
04:30AM
Duration
10h20
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:10PM
Arrival Time
05:30AM
Duration
10h20
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:55PM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
14h10
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$40

Live departures

Leeds to Swansea bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Swansea buses for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express1:50 PM Leeds
7h35
9:25 PM Swansea0 transfersDirect
FlixBus6:10 PM Leeds
10h20
4:30 AM Swansea0 transfersDirect
FlixBus7:10 PM Leeds
10h20
5:30 AM Swansea0 transfersDirect
Sunday, November 1
National ExpressNX180 · NX1112:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station
11h40
2:10 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX180 · NX1112:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station
11h30
2:00 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · NX5086:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station
10h30
4:45 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · NX5086:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station
10h20
4:35 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus1 transfer
National ExpressNX133 · NX1129:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station
7h35
5:25 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX133 · NX1129:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station
7h25
5:15 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · NX50710:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station
10h30
8:30 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX561 · NX50710:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station
10h20
8:20 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Leeds to Swansea buses with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Leeds to Swansea.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Swansea.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Swansea.
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Bus companies

Bus companies from Leeds to Swansea

Buses from Leeds to Swansea with National Express and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with National Express and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
6h 50m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$27 (€22)
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
$31 (€26)
National Express frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leeds and Swansea

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from Leeds to Swansea, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Leeds and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leeds to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leeds to Swansea for bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leeds to Swansea depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leeds to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leeds to Swansea:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leeds to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Leeds to Swansea. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leeds to Swansea with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leeds to Swansea with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leeds to Swansea with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.

Complete guide to Swansea

Things to do in Swansea

Discover the best of Swansea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Swansea trip today.

  • Must visit

National Waterfront Museum

Major waterfront museum covering Wales's industrial and maritime story with interactive galleries in a landmark copper-smelting area.

  • Recommended

Swansea Museum

Excellent local museum on Swansea's history, Egyptology, natural history, and ceramics, housed in an elegant city-centre building.

  • Recommended

Glynn Vivian Art Gallery

Contemporary art centre presenting changing exhibitions by Welsh and international artists in a bright, modern waterfront space.

British Pound Sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses, cafes, and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares; cafes usually only get small change or none.

Plan your visit to Swansea

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Swansea.

The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Swansea, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Swansea Market and popular nightlife spots. It's advisable to avoid unlicensed taxis and only use official transportation services. Be wary of street scams involving unofficial ticket sellers or overly aggressive vendors, and always keep personal belongings secure when visiting busy attractions.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Swansea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Swansea including taking a bus and train.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leeds to Swansea

Most Leeds to Swansea buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Swansea, University Bay Campus station pair, with some services arriving at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Swansea bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Swansea

Which Leeds station do buses to Swansea leave from?

Buses from Leeds to Swansea leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · $3 · every ~7 min

Leeds, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 5m
19, 19A · 5m · $3 · every ~7 min

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) bus station facilities and services

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.

Bus stations for Leeds to Swansea

Check bus stations information for Leeds and Swansea, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Leeds , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) . When arriving in Swansea , you can end your journey in bus stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.

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