How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to London?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to London start from $17. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Swansea to London?

The average bus travel time from Swansea to London is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Swansea to London route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to London?

The earliest bus departs from Swansea to London at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to London?

A bus trip from Swansea to London generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Swansea to London?

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 29779 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to London?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to London?

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.

Bus Swansea to London from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:25pm	Swansea	7h 50m	6:15am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	5h 50m	5:20am	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	Fastest
Bus	10:20pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	6h 30m	4:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:20pm	Swansea	6h 10m	5:30am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	10:20pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	6h 30m	4:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 30m	8:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:10am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 15m	3:25pm	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 40m	6:50am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:25am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 20m	2:45pm	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 20m	9:20am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:25am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 20m	2:45pm	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea	8h 39m	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00am	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	5h 35m	11:35am	Victoria Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	5h 35m	11:35am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	6h	3:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20pm	Swansea	6h 55m	6:15am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	9:35am	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	9:35am	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Swansea	6h 25m	1:45pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to London on December 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	4h 35m	10:05am	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:35am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	9:35am	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	6h 20m	9:40am	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	5:50am	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:11 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Swansea to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

265 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $163	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$74 - $481	Average Duration2h 53m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$28 - $35	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Swansea and London?

Stops in Swansea

A
Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK
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B
Swansea Bus Station
Plymouth Street, Swansea SA1, Wales, United Kingdom
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C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK

Stops in London

A
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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B
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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C
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,785 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and cleanliness. The staff is often described as helpful and accommodating, especially towards passengers requiring assistance. While most reviews reflect satisfaction with the journey's comfort and efficiency, a few mention communication issues regarding changes in terminal locations during events.

National Express Swansea London recent customer reviews

My partner was not happy as the toilet was not working in which made his journey uncomfortable

Claire B.

October 7, 2024

Excellent, arrived before expected time. Driver safe, polite and helpful. Coach clean n comfy but a few irritating noises

Mary J.

June 13, 2024

So I never actually made it onto the coach. I turned up at the coach station to read a small sign. Saying the pick up point had been changed but there was no email or anything like that so I ended up missing the coach

Jenna R.

June 9, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,680 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea to London by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to London?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to London start from $17. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Swansea to London?
The average bus travel time from Swansea to London is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 88 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to London?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to London at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to London?
A bus trip from Swansea to London generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Swansea to London?
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 29779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to London?
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

12-19

$51

12-20

$39

Today

$40

12-22

$27

12-23

$31

12-24

$23

12-25

$44

12-26

$43

The cheapest trip from Swansea to London was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $23

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

You can expect to pay from $23 to $155 for a bus ticket from Swansea to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-24.

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.