The cheapest and fastest buses from Swansea to Bristol
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 18
28
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Swansea to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Bristol will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 28 buses from Swansea to Bristol, including 26 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
FlixBus7:40 PM2h15Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station9:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:10 PM2h30Swansea, University Bay Campus12:40 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 AM2h55Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station10:05 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 PM2h30Swansea, University Bay Campus2:00 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 PM2h10Swansea, University Bay Campus9:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 PM2h10Swansea, University Bay Campus9:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:40 PM2h15Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station9:55 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:40 AM2h15Swansea, University Bay Campus2:55 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:25 AM2h25Swansea, University Bay Campus11:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:35 PM2h25Swansea, University Bay Campus3:00 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swansea to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 95 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Bristol:
A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Bristol costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 39m.
Live departures
Swansea to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Bristol buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h55 | 10:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h45 | 10:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h40 | 10:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h30 | 10:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX111 | 8:22 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h23 | 10:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h35 | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h25 | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h40 | 1:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h30 | 1:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h35 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX508 · NX202 | 12:28 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 3h52 | 4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h25 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 3h00 | 6:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX507 · NX216 | 3:15 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h05 | 7:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h50 | 6:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h15 | 9:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h10 | 9:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h40 | 12:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h30 | 12:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h40 | 2:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h30 | 2:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:30 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h25 | 2:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h15 | 2:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h40 | 4:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h30 | 4:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 2h45 | 6:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 AM Swansea, University Bay Campus | 2h35 | 6:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Bristol
Buses from Swansea to Bristol run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 95 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 95 km |
Average bus duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from Swansea to BristolYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Bristol with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Swansea to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Bristol 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 Bristol, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Swansea to Bristol
Most Swansea to Bristol buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do buses to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Swansea, Quadrant Bus 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: Food outlets available within the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in the station premises. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre
Swansea, University Bay Campus is 4 km from Swansea city centre. Public transport options include:
Swansea, University Bay Campus bus station facilities and services
Swansea, University Bay Campus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes and a restaurant on campus.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within campus buildings. ATMs are aTM located near the student union building.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea, University Bay Campus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea, University Bay Campus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea, University Bay Campus: Campus is accessible with ramps and elevators.
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