Bus from Swansea to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swansea to Birmingham on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Swansea
Great Charles Street QueenswayCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Swansea University - Bay Campus
    		Bearwood, Hangley Rd.Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Swansea Bus Station, Stand B
      		Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Swansea
      		Great Charles Street QueenswayNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Swansea Bus Station, Stand B
        		Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:49 GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Birmingham

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        35bus per day
        5h 40mAverage duration
        106 milesDistance
        4kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£11 - £53Average duration5h 40m
        4kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£59 - £95Average duration4h 40m
        4kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£20 - £20Average duration2h 20m
        7kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swansea to Birmingham

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to Birmingham?

          The cheapest coach tickets from Swansea to Birmingham start from £11. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from Swansea to Birmingham?

          The average bus journey time from Swansea to Birmingham is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 106 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 32m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the Swansea to Birmingham route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swansea to Birmingham?

          The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Birmingham at 01:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Birmingham?

          A bus journey from Swansea to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from Swansea to Birmingham?

          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 29742 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Birmingham?

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

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Swansea to Birmingham?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to Birmingham?

          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
        06/12
        £24
        07/12
        £24
        Today
        £19
        09/12
        £16
        10/12
        £15
        11/12
        £15
        12/12
        £21
        13/12
        £19
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Swansea to Birmingham was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

        You can expect to pay from £15 to £61 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £15, which is on 2025-12-11.

        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.

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

        busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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