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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Showing times and prices for 10 Apr
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Fast coaches
Of the 45 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Swansea every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
FlixBus19:504h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:30Swansea, University Bay Campus£281One-way0 changes- FlixBus20:405h00London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 51:40Swansea, University Bay Campus£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:305h10London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50:40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:504h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:004h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 31:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:504h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:30Swansea, University Bay Campus£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:004h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 31:40Swansea, University Bay Campus£281One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:404h40London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 35:20Swansea, University Bay Campus£301One-way0 changes
NX201 · NX50719:504h48London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:38Swansea, University Bay Campus£431One-way1 change- FlixBus19:504h50London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30:40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 242 km
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea coaches for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 23:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h10 | 4:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h00 | 4:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h40 | 4:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h50 | 4:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 April | |||||
| NX201 · NX507 | 5:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h15 | 12:05 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX507 | Delayed 13:40 6:15London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h50 | 12:05 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX111 | 6:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h55 | 12:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX111 | 7:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h40 | 12:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h15 | 12:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h25 | 12:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX202 · NX111 | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h15 | 12:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h05 | 12:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h55 | 12:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX201 · NX507 | 8:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 14:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX507 | Delayed 13:40 8:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h40 | 14:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NX508 | 9:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h20 | 16:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX112 | 9:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h55 | 17:00 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NX508 | On time 9:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 7h00 | 16:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX210 · NX112 | 9:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 7h30 | 17:00 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX111 | 11:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 7h10 | 18:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX111 | 12:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h00 | 18:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX111 | Delayed 13:40 12:30London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h40 | 18:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX111 | 14:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h15 | 19:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h20 | 19:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h30 | 19:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX201 · NX111 | On time 14:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h55 | 19:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h00 | 19:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 19:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h15 | 20:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h25 | 20:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h50 | 20:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h00 | 20:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX201 · NX507 | 16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h28 | 21:58 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX507 | 16:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h48 | 23:38 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX507 | On time 16:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h03 | 21:58 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX507 | 18:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h13 | 23:38 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h10 | 23:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h00 | 23:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h40 | 23:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX201 · NX507 | On time 18:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h48 | 23:38 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h50 | 23:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h00 | 0:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h10 | 0:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h50 | 0:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h40 | 0:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Swansea coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as FlixBus or Megabus offer coaches services from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Heathrow Airport 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 Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
- 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 bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea run on average 52 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 43 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 4h 0m.
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 242 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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, Megabus from London Heathrow Airport to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Swansea with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £9. 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 Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£16
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 Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£9
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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£14
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Swansea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.
Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is £18; 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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is 4h 0m to travel the 242 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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 43 direct coaches a day from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Swansea. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Heathrow Airport and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Swansea from London Heathrow Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Swansea including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea for coach company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea:
- 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
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