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The cheapest and fastest buses from Swansea to Coventry

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$33

Fastest journey

9 h 5 m

Average duration

9 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Coventry will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Swansea for Coventry on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .

On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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.

  • National Express
    4:35 AM9h05
    Swansea
    1:40 PMCoventry
    $331One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Swansea to Coventry

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $59.

Distance: 116 miles (188 km)

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Driving

$33

Average price

Cheapest

$88

Average price

$51

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 21m

Average total duration

4h 51m

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3h 59m

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3h 29m

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2h 58m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Swansea to Coventry is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Coventry:

A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Coventry costing on average $88 (€72).

The fastest way to travel from Swansea to Coventry is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Coventry take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Swansea to Coventry among Omio's users.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Swansea to Coventry Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:45AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
8h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:55AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
8h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$55
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
11:25AM
Duration
8h05
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$38
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20AM
Arrival Time
12:25PM
Duration
8h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:35AM
Arrival Time
01:40PM
Duration
9h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:10AM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
9h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
9h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
07:10PM
Duration
11h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$34
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
6h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:42AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
6h23
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:03AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
5h57
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:25AM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
5h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:33AM
Arrival Time
05:20PM
Duration
5h47
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
06:55PM
Duration
6h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:28PM
Arrival Time
06:55PM
Duration
6h27
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
9h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:50PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
9h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$51
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
12:40AM
Duration
9h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
12:40AM
Duration
9h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
02:05AM
Duration
10h05
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
02:30AM
Duration
10h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$43
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
02:30AM
Duration
10h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Sat
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
12:55AM
Duration
8h25
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
03:05AM
Duration
10h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:10PM
Arrival Time
03:05AM
Duration
9h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
01:55AM
Duration
8h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:35PM
Arrival Time
01:55AM
Duration
8h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$64
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:20PM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
9h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$46
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
9h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$48

Live departures

Swansea to Coventry bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Coventry buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:10 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
9h10
4:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:20 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus
9h00
4:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX7078:35 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h30
3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX7078:42 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h23
3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX112 · NX7779:55 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h05
4:00 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX112 · NX77710:03 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h57
4:00 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX70711:25 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h55
5:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX70711:33 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h47
5:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX77712:20 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h35
6:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX111 · NX77712:28 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h27
6:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX507 · NX460
On time
2:45 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
9h30
12:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX507 · NX460
On time
2:50 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
9h25
12:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:10 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
9h30
12:40 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus3:20 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
9h20
12:40 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:05 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
10h25
2:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:10 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
10h20
2:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:00 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
10h05
3:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:10 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
9h55
3:05 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
National ExpressNX507 · NX422
On time
5:30 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
8h25
1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
1 transfer
National ExpressNX507 · NX4225:35 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h20
1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:20 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
9h15
8:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus
9h05
8:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Coventry

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Buses from Swansea to Coventry run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 8h 5m.

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.
Price information
Distance
116 miles (188 km)
Average bus duration
4h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
8h 5m
First bus
1:45 AM
Last bus
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
5 days
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.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Coventry with National Express for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 Duration
8h 5m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€27)
National Express frequency
4 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.

FAQs: Bus from Swansea to Coventry

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Coventry 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 Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Swansea to Coventry can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Swansea to Coventry is $33 (€27) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Swansea to Coventry is 8h 5m to travel the 116 miles (188 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Swansea to Coventry leaves at 1:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Swansea to Coventry leaves at 11:30 PM.
There are 15 buses a day from Swansea to Coventry which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Swansea to Coventry, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Coventry. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Swansea and Coventry and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Swansea , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus, Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way . When arriving in Coventry , you can end your journey in bus stations like Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Coventry from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Swansea to Coventry is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Coventry including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Swansea to Coventry:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Swansea to Coventry for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Swansea to Coventry 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Swansea to Coventry.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Swansea to Coventry:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Swansea to Coventry:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Swansea to Coventry.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Swansea to Coventry with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Swansea to Coventry with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Swansea to Coventry with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Swansea nor Coventry are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Swansea to Coventry among Omio's users.
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 Coventry, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the city center and around transport hubs. Common scams include overcharging in taxis and unofficial ticket sellers near train stations. It’s advisable to use licensed taxis, buy tickets from official sources, and remain vigilant in crowded places to ensure safety.
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.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Swansea to Coventry

Most Swansea to Coventry buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Coventry bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Swansea
Arrival bus stations in Coventry
Swansea, Quadrant Bus StationSwansea Quadrant Bus Station, Dillwyn St, SA1 3AR
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · $5 · every ~3 min
Swansea, University Bay Campus
City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre

Bus84, X5, X1, 38, X7, 90, 92, N92 · 10m · $5 · every ~11 min
X1, 38, X7, X5, 84, 92, N92, 90 · 12m · $1 · every ~11 min

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