What's the distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach?

The distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).

How can I get from Swansea to Bridgend without driving?

You can travel to Bridgend from Swansea by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Swansea to Bridgend from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swansea to Bridgend on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	07:30	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	30m	04:30	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	01:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	50m	04:10	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	03:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:55	Swansea	35m	04:30	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bridgend on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	25m	09:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	50m	04:10	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	04:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:55	Swansea	35m	04:30	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	03:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	04:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Swansea to Bridgend

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bridgend. The journey takes about 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

35mAverage duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £10	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £19	Average duration33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29708 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5

National Express Swansea Bridgend recent customer reviews

Was not even given an apology or compensation for the late arrival which made me late to work

Daniel O.

22 June 2022

Good service

John J.

3 March 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,291 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swansea to Bridgend

What's the distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach?
The distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).
How can I get from Swansea to Bridgend without driving?
You can travel to Bridgend from Swansea by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£4

11/11

£4

Today

£4

13/11

£4

14/11

£4

15/11

£4

16/11

£4

17/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Bridgend was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £10 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Bridgend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.