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Tue16 Apr
from US$40
Today17 Apr
from US$37
Tomorrow18 Apr
from US$24
Fri19 Apr
from US$25
Sat20 Apr
Sun21 Apr
Mon22 Apr
from US$22
Tue23 Apr

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

Cheapest trips
Fastest trips
23:40
16h35m
16:15
Manchester - Shudehill
Cheapest
Swansea - Swansea
Cheapest
23:40
16h25m
16:05
Manchester - Shudehill
2nd CheapestFastest
Swansea - Swansea University - Bay Campus
2nd Cheapest
Fastest
Bus Manchester to Swansea: Trip Overview

Bus Manchester to Swansea: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure02:45
Distance147 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Manchester to Swansea buses

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Information on this bus route

Daily Buses9
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures02:45 - 23:40
Minimum PriceUS$23
Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Minimum Trip Duration6h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration10h45m
Distance147 miles
Bus companies on this routeInfobus, FlixBus, Megabus UK
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Swansea

The average bus ticket price from Manchester to Swansea is US$38. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Swansea is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Manchester and Swansea is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 147 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Manchester to Swansea can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Swansea by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Manchester to Swansea, you can travel comfortably and safely with Infobus, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

Buses travelling between Manchester and Swansea leave from Shudehill or Manchester Airport and arrive at Swansea University - Bay Campus, Swansea Bus Station, Wellington St.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Manchester to Swansea but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Manchester to Swansea, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Swansea will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Manchester to Swansea while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Swansea?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time10h 45mAvg priceUS$38Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time4h 27mAvg priceUS$89Daily departures7

The best way to travel between Manchester and Swansea is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$38 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$10. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Swansea, choose the bus, as it will take you from Manchester to Swansea in about 4h 27m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Manchester by bus?

Bus from Swansea to Manchester

You can also go to Swansea by train

Train from Manchester to Swansea

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