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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to London

Showing times and prices for 10 Jan

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

4 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 37 m

Buses per day

45

Distance

264 km

Cheap tickets

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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 45 buses that leave Swansea for London every day 24 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 37 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 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.

National ExpressNX507
14:505h10
Swansea, University Bay Campus
20:00London, Victoria Coach Station
£131One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX507
14:455h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
20:00London, Victoria Coach Station
£131One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
23:206h35
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
05:55London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£151One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
23:306h45
Swansea, University Bay Campus
06:15London, Victoria Coach Station
£151One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
23:306h25
Swansea, University Bay Campus
05:55London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£151One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to London

Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 55m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 264 km

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Train

£24

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Cheapest

£64

Average Price

5h 48m

Average total duration

5h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

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Fastest

2h 55m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Swansea to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London coaches for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 06:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX202 · NX509
Delayed
21:20 01:10Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h40
11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX509
Delayed
21:20 03:10Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h10
11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 04:45Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h20
10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 04:50Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h15
10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX202 · NX509
Delayed
21:20 05:05Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h45
11:30 11:30London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 06:20Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h05
11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 06:25Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h00
11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 07:50Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h15
13:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 07:55Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h10
13:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h10
13:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h40
13:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201 · NX509
On time
08:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h45
13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h30
13:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus08:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h00
13:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 09:25Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h10
14:35 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 09:30Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h05
14:35 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX112 · NX509
On time
09:40 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h25
15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX112 · NX509
On time
09:48 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h17
15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h50
16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h20
16:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h40
16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h10
16:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 11:05Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
4h55
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 11:10Swansea, University Bay Campus
4h50
16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50812:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h15
17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50812:13 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h07
17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX111 · NX509
On time
12:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h45
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX111 · NX509
On time
12:23 Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h37
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX02513:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h30
19:45 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:20 14:30Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h30
20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
Delayed
17:30 14:35Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h25
20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX111 · NX509
On time
15:45 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h35
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX111 · NX509
On time
15:53 Swansea, University Bay Campus
5h27
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX507
On time
17:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h00
22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX507
On time
17:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus
4h50
22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201 · NX035
On time
22:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h30
04:50 London, Victoria Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX201 · NXA4022:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h30
04:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h35
05:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h55
06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h45
06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus23:30 Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h25
05:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)1 change
Saturday 10 January
national_expressNX201 · NX44400:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h15
05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX02500:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h15
05:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX50901:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h25
06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX03202:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h55
08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX40102:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h55
08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX202 · NX50903:25 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h55
09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus03:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
7h05
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus03:55 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h35
10:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus04:05 Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h25
10:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus04:05 Swansea, University Bay Campus
6h55
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX03504:20 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
5h30
09:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change
national_expressNX50705:30 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
4h35
10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50705:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus
4h30
10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50706:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
4h50
11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50706:40 Swansea, University Bay Campus
4h45
11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to London

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Buses from Swansea to London run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 18 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 40m.

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
264 km
Average bus duration
5h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
33
Direct buses
18
Fastest bus
4h 40m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:50
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, Megabus, FlixBus from Swansea to LondonYou can travel by bus between Swansea to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £11. 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
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£14
FlixBus frequency
13 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
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£13
National Express frequency
22 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£14
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to London can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to London is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Swansea and London is on average 4 h 35 min   for the 164 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Swansea and London by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swansea to London leaves at 03: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swansea to London leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Swansea to London without having to change trains with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. There are 18 direct coaches from Swansea to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Swansea to London, you can count on National Express, Megabus or FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Swansea to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Swansea, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and Swansea, University Bay Campus. When arriving in London, you can end your journey in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to London is March.
You have options as you can travel between Swansea and London 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Swansea to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swansea to London.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Swansea to London, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swansea to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Swansea to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swansea to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swansea to London.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and London

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    The major coach station for departures in Swansea is Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station for your trip from Swansea to London.
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