4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Swansea
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol 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 to Swansea will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bristol for Swansea on Fri, Nov 14, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 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 train and bus for Bristol to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Swansea buses for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h40 | 1:45 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2h30 | 1:35 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 14 | |||||
| 1:45 PM Bristol | 2h45 | 4:30 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Bristol | 2h50 | 7:55 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Bristol | 2h45 | 8:45 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 PM Bristol | 2h35 | 10:45 PM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 PM Bristol | 2h30 | 12:35 AM Swansea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Swansea
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Buses from Bristol to Swansea run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 95 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 95 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express from Bristol to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Swansea with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Swansea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) and Bristol, Bond Street North. When arriving in Swansea, you can end your journey in coach stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and Swansea, University Bay Campus.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
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