Swansea to Sheffield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Sheffield

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

6 h 35 m

Average duration

6 h 35 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

258 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea to Sheffield will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Swansea for Sheffield every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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 Express
14:456h35
Swansea
21:20Sheffield
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 258 km

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Coach
Train

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£67

Average Price

6h 34m

Average total duration

6h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Swansea to Sheffield bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Sheffield coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express14:45 Swansea
6h35
21:20 Sheffield0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Sheffield

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Buses from Swansea to Sheffield run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 6h 15m.

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
258 km
Average bus duration
6h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 15m
First bus
00:35
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 from Swansea to SheffieldYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Sheffield with National Express for as low as £17. 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
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
12 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.

FAQs: Swansea to Sheffield coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Sheffield can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Sheffield is £30; 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 Sheffield is 6h 15m to travel the 258 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 Sheffield leaves at 0:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Sheffield leaves at 23:50.
There are 12 coaches a day from Swansea to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Sheffield. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swansea and Sheffield 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, Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way . When arriving in Sheffield , you can end your route in coach stations like Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sheffield from Swansea is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to Sheffield is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Sheffield including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Sheffield:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Sheffield for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea to Sheffield 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 Sheffield.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Sheffield:
  • 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 Sheffield:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Sheffield.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Sheffield with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Sheffield

Swansea
Sheffield
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 Sheffield.
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