Longford to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Longford to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h 16 m

Buses per day

34

Distance

242 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Longford to Swansea will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

Of the 34 buses that leave Longford for Swansea every day 34 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 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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 ExpressNX201
22:504h00
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
02:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX201
15:304h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
20:05Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX201
00:304h40
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
05:10Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£231One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
20:554h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
01:45Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£261One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
12:205h35
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
17:55Swansea, University Bay Campus
£261One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Longford to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Longford to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £60.

Distance: 242 km

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Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£81

Average Price

5h 13m

Average total duration

4h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Longford to Swansea bus times

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

Last updated at 14:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX20216:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h00
21:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h05
21:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h15
21:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h55
21:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus16:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h45
21:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20218:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
23:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h00
01:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h10
01:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h50
01:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus20:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
01:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20221:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
02:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
Friday 5 December
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h05
05:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
4h55
05:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20100:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
05:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h35
05:20 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus00:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h45
05:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20107:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h05
12:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h25
13:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h15
13:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h55
13:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h05
13:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20109:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h20
13:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20111:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h50
16:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h35
17:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
5h45
18:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202
On time
12:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h30
18:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h15
17:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h25
18:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX20113:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h55
18:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202
On time
14:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h30
19:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202
On time
16:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
5h00
21:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202
On time
18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
23:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202
On time
21:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
4h40
02:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Longford to Swansea

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Buses from Longford to Swansea run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. 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 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
00:10
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, Megabus, FlixBus from Longford to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Longford to Swansea with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £12. 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
FlixBus frequency
18 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 Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£18
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.

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: Longford to Swansea coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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 Longford to Swansea can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Longford to Swansea is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Longford to Swansea coach travel time is 4 h   for the 149 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Longford to Swansea leaves at 00: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Longford to Swansea leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 20 direct coaches a day from Longford to Swansea with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the route from Longford to Swansea you can take a coach with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Swansea from Longford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Longford, you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. When arriving in Swansea, you can end your trip in coach stations like Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and Swansea, University Bay Campus.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Swansea from Longford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Longford to Swansea by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Longford and Swansea including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Longford to Swansea has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Longford to Swansea.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Longford to Swansea.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Longford to Swansea, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Longford to Swansea.
    No, luggage for the coach from Longford to Swansea needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Longford to Swansea.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Longford to Swansea.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Longford to Swansea.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Longford to Swansea.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Longford and Swansea

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