Stansted to Swansea bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Swansea

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

7 h 35 m

Average duration

7 h 42 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

290 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Swansea will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Stansted for Swansea every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 290 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Express
08:057h40
Stansted
15:45Swansea
£291One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:457h35
Stansted
12:20Swansea
£461One-way
0 changes
National Express
09:507h50
Stansted
17:40Swansea
£471One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stansted to Swansea

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 290 km

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Coach
Train

£38

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

7h 7m

Average total duration

6h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

Stansted to Swansea bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX727 · NX201
Delayed
16:20 04:45Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h35
15:50 15:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX201
Delayed
16:20 06:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h10
15:50 15:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX201
Delayed
16:20 09:00Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h50
15:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX202
Delayed
16:20 10:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h40
17:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX201
Delayed
16:20 13:15Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h50
20:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX777 · NX111
On time
13:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h45
21:15 Swansea, University Bay Campus		1 change
national_expressNX777 · NX111
On time
13:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h55
21:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX727 · NX201
Delayed
16:20 14:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h25
22:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX201
On time
17:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
6h35
23:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX728 · NX201
On time
19:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
7h25
02:50 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Swansea

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Buses from Stansted to Swansea run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 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
290 km
Average bus duration
6h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£25
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
7h 25m
First bus
02:10
Last bus
23:40
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 Stansted to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Swansea with National Express for as low as £25. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 25m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
20 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.

FAQs: Stansted to Swansea coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Stansted 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 Stansted to Swansea.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted to Swansea can start from as little as £43 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Swansea is £43; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stansted to Swansea coach time is 7 h 40 min   covering the 179 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stansted to Swansea leaves at 00: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stansted to Swansea leaves at 23: 40.
There are 19 coaches a day from Stansted to Swansea which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Stansted to Swansea coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Swansea from Stansted to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Stansted to Swansea by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel between Stansted and Swansea 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Stansted to Swansea has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Swansea.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stansted to Swansea.

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

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  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Swansea.
    No, luggage for the coach from Stansted to Swansea needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stansted to Swansea.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Swansea.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Swansea.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stansted to Swansea.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Stansted and Swansea

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    Swansea
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
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    Address
    Swansea Quadrant Bus Station, Dillwyn St, SA1 3AR
    Swansea, University Bay Campus
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