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Cheap bus tickets from London to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Sep 15

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
FlixBus
06:30PM5h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:55PMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
03:00PM5h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:35PMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
03:00PM5h45
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:45PMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
06:30PM5h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:45PMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
National Express
08:00PM4h38
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:38AMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers

Bus schedule from London to Swansea

Showing buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 15
National Express
08:30AM4h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:55PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
10:30AM4h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
03:10PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
12:00PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
04:35PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
01:30PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
06:05PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
03:00PM4h50
London, Victoria Coach Station
07:50PMSwansea
0 transfers
FlixBus
03:00PM5h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:35PMSwansea
0 transfers
FlixBus
03:00PM5h45
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:45PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
04:30PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
09:05PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
06:00PM4h48
London, Victoria Coach Station
10:48PMSwansea
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:30PM5h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:55PMSwansea
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:30PM5h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:45PMSwansea
0 transfers
National Express
08:00PM4h38
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:38AMSwansea
0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from London to Swansea?

The best time to book your bus from London to Swansea is 49 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the London to Swansea route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Swansea per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from London to Swansea.

Bus times from London to Swansea

Showing times and prices for Sep 15

Fastest Journey

4 h 25 m

Average

4 h 55 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

264 km

Of the 12 buses that leave London for Swansea every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
National Express
08:30AM4h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:55PMSwansea
$511One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
01:30PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
06:05PMSwansea
$511One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
04:30PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
09:05PMSwansea
$511One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
National Express
12:00PM4h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
04:35PMSwansea
$551One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:00PM4h38
London, Victoria Coach Station
12:38AMSwansea
$461One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from London to Swansea

distanceDistance164 miles (264 km)
durationAverage bus duration4 h 38 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$30 (€26)
frequencyBus frequency5 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 3 direct buses a day
carriersBus providersNational Express, Megabus or FlixBus

Buses from London to Swansea cover the 164 miles (264 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 38 min with our travel partners like National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Normally, there are 5 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $11 (€9), but the average price of bus tickets is $30 (€26). Travelers depart most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station.

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus from London to Swansea

National Express, Megabus and FlixBus buses will get you between London and Swansea from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the London - Swansea bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

London to Swansea bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $14
  • National Express frequency: 10 a day

Buses from London to Swansea

With 12 departures per day, every day of the week, travelers will find buses from London to Swansea a convenient and easy way to travel. The 180-mile route is covered in as little as 4 hours 23 minutes. Coaches depart from London Victoria, arriving at Swansea University Bay Campus, or Swansea, West Way.

Which bus companies travel from London to Swansea?

All services are provided by National Express. When onboard, passengers benefit from spacious, comfortable seating, free wifi, and power sockets to charge personal devices.

How long is the bus from London to Swansea?

Journey times vary depending slightly depending on traffic during peak time. The fastest service is the late night service leaving London at approximately 8:00 p.m. which takes just 4 hours 23 minutes. Most direct routes take under 5 hours. Indirect routes take from 5 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 55 minutes, depending on wait times at transfer stations.

How many buses are there from London to Swansea?

Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect 12 departures from London to Swansea. Of these 12, 6 are direct. The remaining 6 require one change at London Heathrow or Cardiff Sophia Gardens. Departures are spread throughout the day including options for overnight travel.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Swansea?

Departure station: Passengers will join this service at London Victoria. London Victoria is the city's busiest coach station, found in the heart of Westminster, just a short walk from tourist attractions such as Buckingham Palace and St James' Park. It is linked to Victoria rail station, with good links to the rest of the country. It can be accessed by numerous bus routes from around the city, as well as the District & Circle and Victoria London Underground lines. The area surrounding the station has numerous coffee shops and dining options, to amuse traveler's while they wait to board the service.

Arrival station: Passengers can alight at Swansea University Bay Campus or Swansea West Way. The Swansea Campus is located 3 miles out of town, while West Way is very central, just a 10-minute walk from the railway station and high street. Passengers arriving at Swansea University Bay Campus can use bus services to connect them to the rest of the city.

FAQs: Bus from London to Swansea

FAQs: Take the bus from London to Swansea with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Swansea.
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Cheap bus tickets from London to Swansea can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Swansea is $30 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Swansea bus travel time is 4 h 38 min   for the 164 mile (264 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London to Swansea leaves at 2: 00 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from London to Swansea leaves at 10: 00 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to Swansea without having to change trains with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. There are 3 direct buses from London to Swansea each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from London to Swansea you can take a bus with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between London and Swansea on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from London, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4. When arriving in Swansea, you can end your route in bus stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and Swansea, University Bay Campus.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Swansea from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Swansea by bus is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Swansea from London including taking a train or bus.

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