Bus from Birmingham to Swansea: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Swansea on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    Coach Station
    Swansea Bus Station, Stand BCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
      Swansea University - Bay CampusFastest
      National ExpressBus
        Coach Station
        Swansea Bus Station, Stand BNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        Great Charles Street Queensway
        SwanseaNo tags
        National ExpressBus
          Coach Station
          Swansea Bus Station, Stand BNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:48 AM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Swansea

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          2h 30mAverage Duration
          171 kmDistance
          7kgCO₂ emissions
          Average Price$19 - $88Average Duration4h 20m
          4kg CO₂e
          Average Price$55 - $55Average Duration10h 26m
          4kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          Average Price$25 - $25Average Duration2h 30m
          7kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Swansea by bus

          Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Swansea?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Swansea start from $19. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Swansea?

            The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Swansea is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 162 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Swansea route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Swansea?

            The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Swansea at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Swansea?

            A bus trip from Birmingham to Swansea generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Swansea?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Swansea?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Swansea?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Swansea?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          11-29
          $37
          11-30
          $50
          Today
          $33
          12-02
          $25
          12-03
          $21
          12-04
          No data
          12-05
          No data
          12-06
          No data
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Swansea was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $21

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Swansea, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $21 to $113 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-03.

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