4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Reading to Swansea
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £46.
Of the 2 buses that leave Reading for Swansea every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 206 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 53 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 7 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.
22:037h07Reading5:10Swansea£461One-way0 changes- 8:576h53Reading15:50Swansea£871One-way0 changes
- 8:576h53Reading15:50Swansea£871One-way0 changes
- 22:037h07Reading5:10Swansea£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 train with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. 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 train costs an average of £48, and a coach costs an average of £46.
Distance: 206 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m 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, Saturday 25 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:52 Reading | 3h53 | 16:45 Swansea | 1 change | |
| Sunday 26 April | |||||
| 8:57 Reading | 6h53 | 15:50 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Swansea
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Buses from Reading to Swansea run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 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 47m.
Distance 206 km |
Average bus duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 47m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Megabus from Reading to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Reading to Swansea with Megabus for as low as £46. 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.
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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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- 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.
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- 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).
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- 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.
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