What is the distance between Swansea and Heathrow?

The distance separating Swansea and Heathrow is 151 miles (243 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swansea to Heathrow?

If you're headed to Heathrow from Swansea, chances are that your bus will leave from Swansea University - Bay Campus and arrive at London Heathrow Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Swansea to Heathrow from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swansea to Heathrow on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	6h 25m	11:55pm	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	Cheapest
Bus	6:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	4h 10m	10:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	4h 45m	10:05am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	5:20am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	4h 45m	10:05am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags
Bus	6:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	4h 10m	10:20am	Heathrow T2 & T3	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:46 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Swansea to Heathrow

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

150 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $79	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $25	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users consistently praise the service for being clean, punctual, and friendly. The drivers are noted for their professionalism and helpfulness. However, some users mention challenges with bus terminal access due to high parking fees and occasional delays affecting travel plans. Additionally, temperature control on buses has been a concern in certain instances.

National Express Swansea Heathrow recent customer reviews

The coach was absolutely freezing cold. It was unbearable and I was shivering for the whole 4 and a half hours.

Carrie G.

February 28, 2025

Enjoyed every bit of it The driver was very helpful and he was very kind. Kept us informed all the way.

Astridah C.

February 4, 2025

Very bad. We were not told the coach was departing from a different spot therefore missed the coach. Very bad.

Linda D.

January 1, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,316 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Heathrow?

Stops in Swansea

A - Swansea University - Bay Campus

B - Swansea Bus Station

C - Wellington St

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Swansea to Heathrow by bus

What is the distance between Swansea and Heathrow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swansea to Heathrow?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/13

$22

11/14

$24

Today

$25

11/16

$22

11/17

$19

11/18

No data

11/19

$22

11/20

$19

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Heathrow was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $78 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 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.