Bridgend to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgend to Swansea

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£6

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

25 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

28 m

Buses on 05 Sept

41

Distance

28 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bridgend to Swansea will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 41 buses from Bridgend to Swansea, including 41 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 30 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:450h50
    Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
    13:35Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:350h40
    Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
    18:15Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:000h50
    Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
    1:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    23:000h40
    Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
    23:40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    20:050h50
    Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
    20:55Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bridgend to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 28 km

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Coach
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Driving

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

£7

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 11m

Average total duration

41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

40m

Average total duration

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National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bridgend to Swansea is a coach with an average price of £6.

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

A coach is £0.57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgend to Swansea costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Bridgend to Swansea is by train with an average journey time of 36m.

Other travel options to Swansea take longer:

Coach takes on average 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgend and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 41m versus 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Bridgend to Swansea bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Swansea coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX20219:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
19:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20119:25 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
20:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50720:05 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h25
20:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50720:05 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
20:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20220:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
21:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20121:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
22:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20222:35 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
23:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20123:15 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
23:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
National ExpressNX5070:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h28
0:38 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX5070:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
0:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h50
1:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
2:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h50
5:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
7:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:15 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
10:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20111:40 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
12:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:20 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
12:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50712:30 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h25
12:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50712:30 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
13:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h50
13:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20113:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
13:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
14:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h30
14:15 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
15:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20115:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
15:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50816:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h35
16:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50816:00 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h45
16:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:05 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
16:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX11216:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h30
17:15 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX11216:45 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
17:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20216:55 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
17:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20117:10 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
17:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:35 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
18:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX20218:35 Bridgend, Sarn Odeon
0h40
19:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus or First South & West Wales offer coaches services from Bridgend to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bridgend to Swansea.

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 or First South & West Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bridgend to Swansea.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bridgend to Swansea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or First South & West Wales to find the best option for your trip from Bridgend to Swansea.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bridgend to Swansea.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bridgend to Swansea

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Buses from Bridgend to Swansea run on average 21 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 35m.

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
28 km
Average bus duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
21
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
4 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, FlixBus, First South & West Wales from Bridgend to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Bridgend to Swansea with National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
40m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
9 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
35m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
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.

First South & West Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average First South & West Wales Duration
1h 23m
First South & West Wales frequency
8 a day

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Things to do in Swansea

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  • Must visit

Swansea Museum

Swansea's main museum covers local history, Egyptology, natural history and maritime displays in a historic waterfront building.

  • Must visit

National Waterfront Museum

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  • Recommended

Dylan Thomas Centre

A compact museum inside Dylan Thomas Square focusing on the writer's life, works and links to Swansea through exhibitions and events.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are often cheaper than in London, though summer stays and seafront dining can raise daily costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.

FAQs: Bridgend to Swansea coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend to Swansea by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bridgend to Swansea can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bridgend to Swansea is £6; 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 coach from Bridgend to Swansea is 35m to travel the 28 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bridgend to Swansea leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bridgend to Swansea leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 21 direct coaches a day from Bridgend to Swansea with National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bridgend to Swansea, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, First South & West Wales for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bridgend and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bridgend , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bridgend, Sarn Odeon . When arriving in Swansea , you can end your route in coach stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bridgend, Sarn Odeon, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Swansea from Bridgend is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bridgend to Swansea is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgend and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bridgend to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bridgend to Swansea for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bridgend to Swansea depends on the coach 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 coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bridgend to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bridgend 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 coach ticket from Bridgend 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 coach from Bridgend to Swansea. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bridgend to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bridgend to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bridgend to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Swansea

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

Departure bus stations in Bridgend
Arrival bus stations in Swansea

Which Bridgend station do buses to Swansea leave from?

Buses from Bridgend to Swansea leave from Bridgend, Sarn Odeon. The station is 3 km from Bridgend city centre at Sarn Odeon, Bridgend CF32 9SU, UK.
Bridgend, Sarn OdeonSarn Odeon, Bridgend CF32 9SU, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bridgend, Sarn Odeon from Bridgend city centre

Bridgend, Sarn Odeon is 2 km from Bridgend city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus65 · 7m · £4 · every ~3 min
65 · 8m · £4 · every ~3 min
65 · 9m · £4 · every ~3 min

Bridgend, Sarn Odeon bus station facilities and services

Bridgend, Sarn Odeon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon. ATMs are available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon: Bus stop is accessible for disabled persons.

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