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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Cwmbran
Showing times and prices for 25 Aug
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
64 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Cwmbran is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Swansea to Cwmbran you need to make at least one change.
3:152h41Swansea5:56Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change
6:003h03Swansea9:03Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change- 7:202h41Swansea10:01Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change
- 8:052h56Swansea11:01Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change
- 9:202h41Swansea12:01Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change
- 7:402h11Swansea9:51Cwmbran Bus Station£121One-way1 change
- 16:052h12Swansea18:17Cwmbran Bus Station£121One-way1 change
- 10:052h21Swansea12:26Cwmbran Bus StationFind prices1 change
- 10:402h21Swansea13:01Cwmbran Bus Station£121One-way1 change
- 13:402h26Swansea16:06Cwmbran Bus Station£121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to Cwmbran
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Cwmbran among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 64 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Cwmbran bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Cwmbran coaches for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 Swansea | 3h03 | 9:03 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 6:20 Swansea | 2h24 | 8:44 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 7:20 Swansea | 2h41 | 10:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 7:40 Swansea | 2h11 | 9:51 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 8:05 Swansea | 2h56 | 11:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 8:35 Swansea | 2h26 | 11:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 8:35 Swansea | 2h51 | 11:26 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 9:15 Swansea | 2h46 | 12:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 9:25 Swansea | 2h36 | 12:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 10:05 Swansea | 2h21 | 12:26 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 10:20 Swansea | 3h06 | 13:26 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 10:40 Swansea | 2h21 | 13:01 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 11:25 Swansea | 2h31 | 13:56 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 12:20 Swansea | 2h38 | 14:58 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 12:20 Swansea | 2h42 | 15:02 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Swansea | 3h19 | 16:34 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 13:40 Swansea | 2h26 | 16:06 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 14:30 Swansea | 2h43 | 17:13 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| 15:10 Swansea | 2h52 | 18:02 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 15:45 Swansea | 2h56 | 18:41 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 16:05 Swansea | 2h12 | 18:17 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 17:20 Swansea | 3h48 | 21:08 Cwmbran Bus Station | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
| 3:15 Swansea | 2h41 | 5:56 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 4:00 Swansea | 2h47 | 6:47 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
| 5:05 Swansea | 2h33 | 7:38 Cwmbran Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Cwmbran
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Buses from Swansea to Cwmbran run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 2h 11m.
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 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 2h 11m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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, FlixBus from Swansea to CwmbranYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Cwmbran with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£12
FlixBus frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
17 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.
Complete guide to Cwmbran
Things to do in Cwmbran
Discover the best of Cwmbran — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cwmbran trip today.
- Recommended
Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre
Contemporary art gallery in a Victorian manor house, showing changing exhibitions by Welsh and visiting artists in a parkland setting.
- Recommended
Blaenavon Ironworks
Museum and heritage site at a former blast furnace, interpreting ironmaking and the industrial landscape of Blaenavon nearby.
- Recommended
Cwmbran Boating Lake and Park
Large country park with lakes, woodland trails, play areas and a historic house, ideal for walks, wildlife and relaxed family visits.
- Recommended
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, Llantarnam
Popular canal-side walking and cycling route through greenery and heritage landscapes, good for easy strolls and longer linked outings.
Pontnewydd Park
A well-kept urban park with sports facilities, open lawns and riverside paths, popular for everyday recreation and local events.
- Vegetarian
Welsh cakes
Welsh cakes are griddled fruit-studded cakes, served warm with sugar. They are a classic everyday Welsh treat found across south Wales.
- Gluten-free
Cawl
Cawl is a traditional Welsh lamb and vegetable broth, long associated with home cooking and rural Wales. It is hearty and deeply local.
- Vegetarian
Glamorgan sausages
Glamorgan sausages are vegetarian cheese, leek and breadcrumb sausages from south Wales. They are a well-known regional speciality.
The Three Blackbirds
Popular gastropub near Cwmbran offering British pub dishes, Sunday roasts and a comfortable traditional atmosphere.
Harvester Cwmbran
Casual restaurant known for flame-grilled chicken, burgers and family-friendly dining in Cwmbran town centre.
TGI Fridays Cwmbran
Modern casual dining spot serving steaks, grills and pub favourites in a relaxed retail park setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are usually cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local transport are fairly standard for South Wales.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Swansea to Cwmbran coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Cwmbran 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 Cwmbran, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Cwmbran can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Cwmbran is £23; 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 Swansea to Cwmbran is 2h 11m to travel the 64 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Swansea to Cwmbran leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Cwmbran leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 31 direct coaches a day from Swansea to Cwmbran with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Swansea to Cwmbran, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Cwmbran. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swansea and Cwmbran and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Swansea , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus . When arriving in Cwmbran , you can end your route in coach stations like Newport, Kingsway, Newport, Queensway.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newport, Kingsway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Cwmbran from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to Cwmbran is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Cwmbran including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea to Cwmbran depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Cwmbran:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Cwmbran:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Cwmbran with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Cwmbran
Most Swansea to Cwmbran buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to Newport, Kingsway station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Cwmbran bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Swansea
Arrival bus stations in Cwmbran
Which Swansea station do buses to Cwmbran leave from?
Buses from Swansea to Cwmbran leave from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. The station is from Swansea city centre at Swansea, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK.
Swansea, Quadrant Bus StationSwansea, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre
Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food outlets available within the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in the station premises. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Swansea, University Bay CampusFabian Way, Crymlyn Burrows, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8EN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre
Swansea, University Bay Campus is 4 km from Swansea city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus84, X5, X1, 38, X7, 90, 92, N92 · 10m · £4 · every ~11 min
X1, 38, X7, X5, 84, 92, N92, 90 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
Swansea, University Bay Campus bus station facilities and services
Swansea, University Bay Campus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes and a restaurant on campus.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within campus buildings. ATMs are aTM located near the student union building.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea, University Bay Campus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea, University Bay Campus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea, University Bay Campus: Campus is accessible with ramps and elevators.
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