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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cambridge to Swansea
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
12 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cambridge to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Swansea will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cambridge for Swansea every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 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 coach and train for Cambridge to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 286 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
Cambridge to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Swansea coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:30 Cambridge | 11h25 | 16:55 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Cambridge | 13h00 | 04:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cambridge to Swansea
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Buses from Cambridge to Swansea run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 02:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Cambridge to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Cambridge to Swansea with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cambridge to Swansea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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.
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