4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to London
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to London will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 42 buses that leave Swansea for London every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 47 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.
NX50717:304h50Swansea, University Bay Campus22:20London, Victoria Coach Station£241One-way0 changes- NX50714:355h25Swansea, University Bay Campus20:00London, Victoria Coach Station£241One-way0 changes
- NX50714:355h05Swansea, University Bay Campus19:40London, Earl's Court£241One-way0 changes
- NX50717:304h30Swansea, University Bay Campus22:00London, Earl's Court£241One-way0 changes
FlixBus16:104h35Swansea, University Bay Campus20:45London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£251One-way0 changes
- NX50717:304h30Swansea, University Bay Campus22:00London, Earl's Court£241One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:104h35Swansea, University Bay Campus20:45London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:054h40Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station20:45London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)£251One-way0 changes
- NX5074:504h45Swansea, University Bay Campus9:35London, Hammersmith Bridge Road£341One-way0 changes
- NX50812:134h47Swansea, University Bay Campus17:00London, Earl's Court£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swansea to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 264 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg 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 London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX507 | 6:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h05 | 11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 6:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h40 | 11:25 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX111 · NX509 | Delayed 7:02 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h48 | 15:30 15:30London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX111 · NX509 | 7:02 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h28 | 12:30 London, Earl's Court | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h10 | 12:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h45 | 13:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h00 | 12:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h35 | 13:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 8:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h45 | 13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 8:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h25 | 13:00 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 · NX509 | 8:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h15 | 13:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h05 | 14:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h35 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h25 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h55 | 14:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 10:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h40 | 15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 10:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h20 | 14:45 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 · NX509 | 10:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h25 | 15:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h15 | 15:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h50 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h40 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h05 | 15:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX508 | 12:13 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h52 | 17:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX508 | 12:13 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h27 | 16:40 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 14:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h25 | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 14:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h05 | 19:40 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h05 | 21:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 4h40 | 20:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h00 | 21:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h35 | 20:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 16:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h00 | 21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 16:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h40 | 21:20 London, Earl's Court | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h35 | 5:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 6h25 | 5:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h50 | 7:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h20 | 8:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 6h10 | 8:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h40 | 7:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h15 | 9:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 6h35 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 6h05 | 9:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
| NX507 | 4:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h15 | 10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 | 4:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 4h45 | 9:35 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX507 · NX509 | 4:50 Swansea, University Bay Campus | 5h40 | 10:30 London, Earl's Court | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Swansea to London run on average 37 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Swansea to LondonYou can travel by bus between Swansea to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Swansea to London
Taking the coach offers an affordable, comfortable way to travel from Swansea to the UK capital. Coaches from Swansea to London depart daily, with six direct buses every day. Journeys take between four hours 35 minutes and five hours five minutes, and passengers can choose from two departure points in the Swansea area,
Which coach companies travel from Swansea to London?
All buses from Swansea to London are operated by National Express. The UK's biggest coach company, National Express runs direct services to London Victoria Coach Station every day.
How long is the coach from Swansea to London?
When they travel direct, passengers can expect the journey time from Swansea to London to be between four hours 35 minutes and five hours five minutes. It may be worth checking indirect options as well, as some can take under five hours.
How many coaches are there from Swansea to London?
Travellers can expect a regular daily service from Swansea to London. National Express runs six direct buses to London every day, with a choice of two starting points.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Swansea to London?
Departure bus station: There are two departure points for coaches from Swansea to London. Firstly, buses could leave from Swansea West Way, which is in the city centre, not far from Swansea Marina and most major local accommodation providers. The alternative is to hop on buses to London from Swansea University Bay Campus. This stop is five minutes away from Swansea West Way and offers a handy option for students or anyone situated in eastern Swansea. The vast majority of coaches to London will stop at both locations, giving travellers plenty of choice about how they make the journey.
Arrival bus station: No matter which Swansea bus stop travellers choose, buses to London will arrive at London Victoria Coach Station. London's major bus travel centre is located in west London, a short walk from Victoria Station. From there, arrivals can transfer to all corners of the city via the London Underground network, while local buses run to the West End and across the river to Lambeth or Brixton. Express trains run from Victoria to Gatwick Airport, and Overground rail connections make it easy to travel from the coach station to destinations in south-west London and neighbouring counties.
FAQs: Swansea to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and London
Most Swansea to London buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Swansea and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre
Getting to Swansea, University Bay Campus from Swansea city centre
Which London station do buses from Swansea arrive at?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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