4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Swansea
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
206 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Reading to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Swansea will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Reading to Swansea you need to make at least one change.
12:524h38Reading17:30Swansea£331One-way1 change
- 12:524h38Reading17:30Swansea£331One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 206 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Swansea coaches for today, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:25 Reading | 6h05 | 14:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 Reading | 5h25 | 0:50 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 22:03 Reading | 7h07 | 5:10 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Swansea by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Swansea
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Reading to Swansea run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 206 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, Reading Buses from Reading to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Reading to Swansea with Megabus, Reading Buses for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Swansea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Swansea
Most Reading to Swansea buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Swansea, University Bay Campus. Use this guide to compare Reading and Swansea bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do buses to Swansea leave from?
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre
Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre
Most popular bus connections from Reading
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