Bus from Swansea to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swansea to Birmingham on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Swansea Bus Station, Stand B
    		Coach StationCheapest
    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: Yesterday at 10:29 GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Birmingham

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          1carpool per day
          2h 50mAverage duration
          106 milesDistance
          7kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£11 - £48Average duration5h 40m
          4kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£60 - £96Average duration4h 40m
          4kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£12 - £12Average duration2h 50m
          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 £19. 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 103 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 34 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 29741 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
          29/11
          £29
          30/11
          £23
          Today
          £16
          02/12
          £14
          03/12
          £12
          04/12
          £12
          05/12
          £18
          06/12
          £19
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Swansea to Birmingham was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

          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 £12 to £59 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 £12, which is on 2025-12-03.

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