Swansea to Tenby bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Tenby

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
Cheapest price on 03 Nov
£9
Average ticket price on 03 Nov
£9
Fastest journey on 03 Nov
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 03 Nov
1 h 25 m
Buses on 03 Nov
2
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Tenby will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Tue 03 Nov, we found 2 buses from Swansea to Tenby, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Tenby

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Buses from Swansea to Tenby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 21:46. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 20m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance
53 km
Average bus duration
1h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
1:05
Last bus
21:46
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7

Frequently asked questions about your Swansea to Tenby trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Swansea to Tenby.

Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Tenby can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Tenby is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Swansea to Tenby leaves at 1:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Tenby leaves at 21:46.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Swansea to Tenby with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Swansea to Tenby bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Tenby coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX50817:00 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h25
18:25 Tenby, Upper Park Rd0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX11218:15 Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h20
19:35 Tenby, Upper Park Rd0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Swansea to Tenby coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Swansea to Tenby.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Swansea to Tenby.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swansea to Tenby.

Bus providers: National Express from Swansea to TenbyYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Tenby with National Express for as low as £7. 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 National Express Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
National Express frequency
2 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Swansea and Tenby

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Swansea to Tenby, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Tenby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swansea and Tenby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Tenby:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Tenby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea to Tenby 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Swansea to Tenby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Tenby:
  • 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 Tenby:
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    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Tenby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Tenby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Tenby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Tenby with the following coach company: National Express.

Complete guide to Tenby

Things to do in Tenby

Discover the best of Tenby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tenby trip today.

  • Must visit

Tenby Museum and Art Gallery

Town museum in a former chapel on Castle Hill, covering local archaeology, art, maritime history and Tenby’s story.

  • Recommended

Tenby Lifeboat Station Museum

Victorian lifeboat station with exhibits on rescues and RNLI heritage, reached by a scenic walk from the harbour.

  • Recommended

Tudor Merchant's House

Working mediaeval merchant’s house nearby in Pembroke, furnished to show daily life and trade in the Tudor period.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for a UK seaside town. Summer stays can be pricey, but pubs, cafés and local buses are manageable versus bigger UK tourist hotspots.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
Mid-range
£15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£35+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip restaurants 10-12.5% for good service. Round up for taxis, and small café tips are optional.

FAQs: Swansea to Tenby coach

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

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Tenby including taking a train and coach.
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Tenby

Most Swansea to Tenby buses use the Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station to Tenby, Upper Park Rd station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Tenby bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Swansea
Arrival bus stations in Tenby

Which Swansea station do buses to Tenby leave from?

Buses from Swansea to Tenby leave from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. The station is from Swansea city centre at Swansea, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station from Swansea city centre

Bus49, 30, 54 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min

Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Food outlets available within the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi available in the station premises. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station: The station is wheelchair accessible.

Bus stations for Swansea to Tenby

Check bus stations information for Swansea and Tenby, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tenby, Upper Park Rd, located 0 away from the city centre.

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