Swansea to London Stansted Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 08 Jan

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£56

Fastest journey

6 h 20 m

Average duration

6 h 42 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

291 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.

Fast coaches

To travel from Swansea to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX507 · NXA8
16:357h45
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
00:20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX507 · NXA8
10:208h05
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
18:25Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX507 · NXA8
14:358h20
Swansea, University Bay Campus
22:55Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX508 · NXA8
12:058h00
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
20:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX508 · NXA8
12:137h52
Swansea, University Bay Campus
20:05Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Swansea to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 291 km

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Coach
Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£60

Average Price

7h 9m

Average total duration

6h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Swansea to London Stansted Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to London Stansted Airport coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 23:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX201 · NX728
On time
02:10 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h45
08:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX728
On time
04:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h35
10:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 04:05Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h05
12:40 12:40Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
06:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h25
12:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 06:45Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h00
14:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX111 · NX777
On time
07:02 Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h43
15:45 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
08:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
6h20
14:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
15:10 08:30Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
8h00
16:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 08:35Swansea, University Bay Campus
7h55
16:30 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
15:10 10:20Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
8h05
18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 10:25Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h00
18:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX508 · NXA8
On time
12:05 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
8h00
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX508 · NXA8
On time
12:13 Swansea, University Bay Campus
7h52
20:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX111 · NX777
On time
12:23 Swansea, University Bay Campus
10h02
22:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
13:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
7h25
20:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 14:35Swansea, University Bay Campus
8h20
22:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX201 · NX727
On time
15:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
7h40
22:40 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
On time
16:35 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
7h45
00:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change
national_expressNX507 · NXA8
Delayed
22:18 16:40Swansea, University Bay Campus
7h40
00:20 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to London Stansted Airport

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Buses from Swansea to London Stansted Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:50, the last at 17:20. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 7h 25m.

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
291 km
Average bus duration
6h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
7h 25m
First bus
03:50
Last bus
17:20
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 London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Swansea to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as £19. 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
7h 25m
Cheapest Price
£25
National Express frequency
19 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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FAQs: Swansea to London Stansted Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach time is 7 h 5 min   covering the 180 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 04: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) leaves at 17: 35.
There are 21 coaches a day from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN), follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, luggage for the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swansea to London Stansted Airport (STN).

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and London Stansted Airport

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    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
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    Swansea Quadrant Bus Station, Dillwyn St, SA1 3AR
    Swansea, University Bay Campus
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