Coventry to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 26 Mar

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

5 h 23 m

Average duration

5 h 32 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast coaches

To travel from Coventry to Swansea you need to make at least one change.

National Express Coventry
08:325h23
Coventry
13:55Swansea
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1 change
National Express Coventry
10:365h29
Coventry
16:05Swansea
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1 change
National Express Coventry
13:365h44
Coventry
19:20Swansea
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1 change
National Express
15:555h30
Coventry
21:25Swansea
£471One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Coventry to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £67.

Distance: 188 km

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Coach
Train

£28

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

5h 25m

Average total duration

4h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Coventry to Swansea bus times

The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Swansea coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:41
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express08:32 Coventry
5h23
13:55 Swansea1 change
national_express10:36 Coventry
5h29
16:05 Swansea1 change
national_express13:36 Coventry
5h44
19:20 Swansea1 change
national_express15:55 Coventry
5h30
21:25 Swansea1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Coventry to Swansea by train or coach

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Why should you book Coventry to Swansea coaches with Omio?

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

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  • 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 Coventry 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 Coventry to Swansea.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Coventry to Swansea

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Buses from Coventry to Swansea run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 188 km distance in 5h 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
188 km
Average bus duration
4h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
5h 35m
First bus
02:00
Last bus
23:50
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 Coventry to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Swansea with National Express for as low as £18. 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
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£27
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: Coventry to Swansea coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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 Coventry to Swansea can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Coventry to Swansea is £28; 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 Coventry to Swansea is 5h 35m to travel the 188 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 Coventry to Swansea leaves at 2:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Coventry to Swansea leaves at 23:50.
There are 13 coaches a day from Coventry 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 Coventry 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 Coventry and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Coventry , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) . When arriving in Swansea , you can end your route in coach stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus, Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Swansea from Coventry is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Coventry to Swansea is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Coventry and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Coventry to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Coventry to Swansea for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Coventry 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 Coventry to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Coventry 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 Coventry to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Coventry to Swansea.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Coventry to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Coventry to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Coventry to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Swansea

Coventry
Swansea
The major coach station for departures in Coventry is Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station for your trip from Coventry to Swansea.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Fairfax Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
  • Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop)
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