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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Cambridge will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 buses that leave Swansea for Cambridge 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 286 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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 Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 286 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Cambridge bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Cambridge coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:30 Swansea | 11h45 | 11:15 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
| 03:30 Swansea | 10h25 | 13:55 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Cambridge
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Buses from Swansea to Cambridge run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 02:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to CambridgeYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Cambridge with National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Cambridge coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Cambridge 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 Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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