4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Bournemouth will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Swansea for Bournemouth 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 175 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Bournemouth 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 9m. 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 £84.
Distance: 175 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg 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
Swansea to Bournemouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Bournemouth coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Swansea | 8h30 | 16:00 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:30 Swansea | 8h20 | 16:50 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Swansea to Bournemouth coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Bournemouth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Swansea to Bournemouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Bournemouth
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Buses from Swansea to Bournemouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 02:10 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Swansea to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Bournemouth with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Bournemouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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