Sheffield to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£35

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 53 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

258 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Sheffield to Swansea will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

To travel from Sheffield to Swansea you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX131 · NX111
06:307h25
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
13:55Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX111
10:558h15
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
19:10Swansea, University Bay Campus
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX111
10:558h25
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
19:20Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX111
06:307h15
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
13:45Swansea, University Bay Campus
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX131 · NX111
14:506h35
Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
21:25Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
£271One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 258 km

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Train

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£67

Average Price

7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Sheffield to Swansea bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX466 · NX507
On time
00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
12h30
13:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX466 · NX507
Delayed
00:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
12h23
20:43 20:43Swansea, University Bay Campus
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX111
Delayed
10:55 06:30Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h25
21:25 21:25Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX111
Delayed
10:55 06:30Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h15
13:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX112
Delayed
10:55 08:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h10
16:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX112
Delayed
10:55 08:55Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
7h00
15:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX111
On time
10:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
8h15
19:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX111
Delayed
10:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
8h25
21:25 21:25Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX100 · NX202
On time
12:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
8h30
21:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
2 changes
national_expressNX131 · NX111
On time
14:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
6h35
21:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX111
On time
14:50 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
6h25
21:15 Swansea, University Bay Campus
1 change
national_expressNX131 · NX100 · NX202
On time
16:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
9h50
02:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
2 changes
national_expressNX131 · NX100 · NX202
On time
16:10 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
9h50
02:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Swansea

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Buses from Sheffield to Swansea run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
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
258 km
Average bus duration
7h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
6h 35m
First bus
00:35
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 from Sheffield to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Swansea with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£16
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
11h 30m
Cheapest Price
£12
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: Sheffield to Swansea coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Sheffield to Swansea with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Sheffield to Swansea.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sheffield to Swansea can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sheffield to Swansea is £29; 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 Sheffield to Swansea is 6 h 25 min   to travel the 159 mile long route, with around there are 11 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sheffield to Swansea leaves at 00: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sheffield to Swansea leaves at 17: 15.
There are 11 coaches a day from Sheffield to Swansea which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Sheffield to Swansea you can take a coach with National Express, FlixBus or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Swansea from Sheffield on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Sheffield to Swansea by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel from Sheffield to Swansea 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Sheffield to Swansea has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sheffield to Swansea needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sheffield to Swansea.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Swansea

    Sheffield
    Swansea
    The major coach station for departures in Sheffield is Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) for your trip from Sheffield to Swansea.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Pond Street
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Costa Coffee (in the station)
    • Upper Crust (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the entrance.
    Public transport options for Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange)
    • Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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