The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Leeds
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Leeds will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 buses that leave Swansea for Leeds every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 8 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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 Leeds
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swansea to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Leeds coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:25 Swansea | 8h15 | 15:40 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:30 Swansea | 14h20 | 04:50 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 4 December | |||||
![]() | 02:55 Swansea | 9h20 | 12:15 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Leeds
Buses from Swansea to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from Swansea to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Leeds with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swansea to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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