- Must visit
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Museum in nearby Beamish presenting North East life through reconstructed streets, homes and transport. A major day trip from Durham.
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Compare coach and train for Swansea to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 385 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Why should you book Swansea to Durham coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Swansea to Durham.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Swansea to Durham.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Durham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Durham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Durham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Swansea to Durham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 385 km distance in 13h 50m.
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 385 km |
Average bus duration 11h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 13h 50m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 Swansea to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Durham with National Express for as low as £40. 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
13h 50m
Cheapest Price
£40
National Express frequency
3 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.
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Things to do in Durham
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- Recommended
Oriental Museum
University museum with collections from ancient civilisations to world cultures. Compact, varied and easy to combine with a cathedral visit.
- Recommended
Palace Green Library
Gallery and museum at Palace Green with changing exhibitions and displays connected to Durham’s history, books and university collections.
- Must visit
Palace Green
Historic square between cathedral and castle, framed by university buildings. A key place to pause for architecture and city atmosphere.
- Recommended
Durham Riverside Walk
Riverside walk circling the old centre through wooded banks and classic viewpoints. Ideal for Durham’s most photogenic views.
- Recommended
Wharton Park
Wooded hilltop park with panoramic views across Durham, especially towards the cathedral and castle. Popular with locals for quiet walks.
Durham Sausage
A seasoned pork sausage from County Durham, traditionally eaten with pease pudding. It is a well-known regional butcher’s staple in the North East.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pease Pudding
A smooth savoury spread of boiled yellow split peas, long associated with North East ham and stottie sandwiches and traditional local lunches.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Stottie Cake
A dense round North East bread roll, classic with ham and pease pudding. It is a regional bakery icon rather than a standard British bap.
Coarse
Refined modern British tasting menus in an intimate city-centre dining room. Ideal for a special meal with polished, understated service.
The Cellar Door
Stylish bistro and bar serving modern British dishes and cocktails in a lively riverside setting near Durham’s historic centre.
Bistro Citron Vert
Long-running restaurant known for dependable French and British cooking in a warm, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.50
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Durham Sutton Street / Bridge Street -> Durham Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on Go North East and Arriva buses in Durham; check the operator app or website for current fare caps.
- Durham is served mainly by buses rather than metro or tram. Use the Go North East app for live departures, journey planning and mobile tickets.
FAQs: Swansea to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Durham can start from as little as £40 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Durham is £44; 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 Durham is 13h 50m to travel the 385 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 Durham leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Durham leaves at 23:55.
There are 3 coaches a day from Swansea to Durham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Swansea to Durham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Durham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swansea and Durham 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 Durham , you can end your route in coach stations like Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, Sunderland, Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, University Bay Campus, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Durham from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to Durham is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Durham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Durham:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Durham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea to Durham 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Durham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Durham:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Durham:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Durham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Durham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Durham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Durham with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Durham
Most Swansea to Durham buses use the Swansea, University Bay Campus to Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Durham 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 Durham
Which Swansea station do buses to Durham leave from?
Buses from Swansea to Durham 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.
Which Durham station do buses from Swansea arrive at?
Buses from Swansea to Durham most often arrive at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street. Some services arrive at Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Durham arrival station.
Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge StreetDurham, NC, USA
City-centre transport
Getting to Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street from Durham city centre
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Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street bus station facilities and services
Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street. ATMs are available at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street: Accessible via ramps and flat surfaces.
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