How far is Swansea from Cardiff by coach?

The journey from Cardiff to Swansea by coach covers an approximate distance of 35 miles (56 km).

Is there a way to reach Swansea from Cardiff without a car?

You can reach Swansea from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Cardiff to Swansea from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	15:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	04:10	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	05:30	Swansea	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:35	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	17:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:55	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	18:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:00	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	12:15	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	13:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:55	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	18:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:00	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:00	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	12:15	Sophia Gardens	1h 5m	13:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Cardiff to Swansea on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	14:15	Sophia Gardens	55m	15:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	11:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 15m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:25	Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)	1h 20m	01:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	12:05	Sophia Gardens	1h 10m	13:15	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

35 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £19	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £26	Average duration54m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Swansea?

Stops in Cardiff

A
Sophia Gardens
2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
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B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10
C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK
Visit page
D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK
E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK
F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK

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
Visit page
C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29723 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 £6

National Express Cardiff Swansea recent customer reviews

After arriving early at the bus station, we were given wrong information by a member of staff, which left us waiting 3 hours altogether before we got the right bus. Travelled from Spain. No facilities at the bus station. Late for our family reunion, and very disappointed. Day ruined, due to staff incompetency.

Linda P.

20 June 2019

The bus was an hour late and the air conditioning was broken on a very hot day.

Jason P.

15 June 2023

Nice Journey

Elsa F.

7 April 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,396 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Swansea

How far is Swansea from Cardiff by coach?
The journey from Cardiff to Swansea by coach covers an approximate distance of 35 miles (56 km).
Is there a way to reach Swansea from Cardiff without a car?
You can reach Swansea from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£5

21/11

£5

Today

£5

23/11

£4

24/11

£4

25/11

£4

26/11

£4

27/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Swansea was searched and found on 24 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 Cardiff to Swansea as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £11 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-24.