Oxford to Swansea bus with National Express

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  • National Express
    14:107h15
    Oxford
    21:25Swansea
    £341One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    10:458h35
    Oxford
    19:20Swansea
    £361One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Oxford to Swansea

The cheapest option from Oxford to Swansea is coach, with an average price of £34. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Swansea among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

Distance: 186 km

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£34

Average Price

Cheapest option

£70

Average Price

6h 52m

Average total duration

6h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Oxford to Swansea bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Swansea coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express10:45 Oxford
8h35
19:20 Swansea0 changesdirect
National Express14:10 Oxford
7h15
21:25 Swansea0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Oxford to Swansea.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Swansea

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Typically, there are 10 buses per day from Oxford to Swansea, including direct buses, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 186 km distance in 6h 10m.

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
186 km
Average bus duration
6h 22m
Lowest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
10
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
1:25
Last bus
21:25
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
14 days
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 Oxford to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Oxford to Swansea with National Express for as low as £23. 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
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
£23
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: Oxford to Swansea coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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
The earliest coach from Oxford to Swansea leaves at 1:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford to Swansea leaves at 21:25.
There are 10 coaches a day from Oxford 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 Oxford 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 Oxford and Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Oxford , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station . 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 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Swansea is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and Swansea including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford to Swansea for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Swansea.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford 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 Oxford to Swansea:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford to Swansea.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford to Swansea with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Swansea

Most Oxford to Swansea buses use the Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Swansea, University Bay Campus. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Swansea bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Oxford
Arrival bus stations in Swansea

Which Oxford station do buses to Swansea leave from?

Buses from Oxford to Swansea leave from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. The station is from Oxford city centre at Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom.
Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus StationGloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station from Oxford city centre

Bus400, N400 · 11m · £2 · every ~19 min

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), The Four Candles (0.2 km), The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

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