The cheapest and fastest coaches from Wakefield to Swansea
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Wakefield to Swansea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Swansea will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Wakefield for Swansea 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 282 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Swansea
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Swansea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £171.
Distance: 282 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £208 Average Price |
7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wakefield to Swansea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Swansea coaches for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:10 Wakefield | 10h20 | 04:30 Swansea | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Wakefield to Swansea
Buses from Wakefield to Swansea run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 17:35. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 17:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Wakefield to SwanseaYou can travel by bus between Wakefield to Swansea with National Express for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Wakefield to Swansea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Swansea 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 Swansea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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