Colchester to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Colchester to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 12 Mar

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

10 h 8 m

Average duration

10 h 8 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

335 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Colchester to Swansea will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £68.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Colchester 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 335 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 8 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 8 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
12:1010h08
Colchester
22:18Swansea
£681One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Colchester to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £68, and a train costs an average of £192.

Distance: 335 km

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£68

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Cheapest

£192

Average Price

8h 4m

Average total duration

7h 34m

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Additional time*

5h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 39m

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Live departures

Colchester to Swansea bus times

The table below shows live departures for Colchester to Swansea coaches for today, Wednesday 11 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express08:25 Colchester
9h30
17:55 Swansea2 changes
national_express12:10 Colchester
7h55
20:05 Swansea2 changes
national_express14:10 Colchester
9h40
23:50 Swansea2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Colchester to Swansea coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Colchester to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Colchester to Swansea.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • 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 Colchester to Swansea.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Colchester to Swansea.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Colchester to Swansea

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Buses from Colchester to Swansea run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 16:35. The fastest coach covers the 335 km distance in 10h 8m.

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
335 km
Average bus duration
7h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£68
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
10h 8m
First bus
03:05
Last bus
16:35
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 Colchester to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Colchester to Swansea with National Express for as low as £68. 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
10h 8m
Cheapest Price
£68
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: Colchester to Swansea coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colchester 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 Colchester to Swansea can start from as little as £68 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Colchester to Swansea is £68; 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 Colchester to Swansea is 10h 8m to travel the 335 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 Colchester to Swansea leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Colchester to Swansea leaves at 16:35.
There are 15 coaches a day from Colchester to Swansea which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Colchester to Swansea, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Colchester and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Swansea from Colchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 8m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Colchester to Swansea is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colchester and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Colchester to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Colchester to Swansea for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Colchester 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Colchester to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Colchester to Swansea:
  • 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 coach ticket from Colchester to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Colchester to Swansea.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Colchester to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Colchester to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Colchester to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Colchester and Swansea

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Swansea
The major coach station for departures in Colchester is Colchester, East Hill / High Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Colchester, East Hill / High Street for your trip from Colchester to Swansea.
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