How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to London?

The cheapest coach tickets from Swansea to London start from £10. 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.

How long is the bus journey from Swansea to London?

The average bus journey time from Swansea to London is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swansea to London?

The earliest bus departs from Swansea to London at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

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

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swansea to London on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 30m	20:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 15m	15:25	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	09:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 10m	14:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:20	Swansea	6h 45m	18:05	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	09:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 10m	14:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 20m	09:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:25	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 20m	14:45	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	5h 20m	09:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:25	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 20m	14:45	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Swansea	8h 39m	23:59	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	06:00	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	5h 35m	11:35	Victoria Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	5h 35m	11:35	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	09:30	Swansea Bus Stn, Wellington St, near Bus Stn	6h	15:30	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Swansea	6h 35m	21:55	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	09:35	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:20	Swansea	6h 10m	05:30	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	09:35	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:30	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	4h 35m	10:05	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	05:35	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h	09:35	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 15m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to London on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:55	Swansea	7h 5m	11:00	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:10	Swansea University - Bay Campus	4h 15m	15:25	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	03:20	Swansea	6h 20m	09:40	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	No tags
Bus	00:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	5h 25m	05:50	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage duration

164 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £88	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £260	Average duration2h 53m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £19	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

4/529,786 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.

7 October 2024

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

Mary J.

13 June 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.

9 June 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,689 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 by bus from Swansea to London

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

How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to London?
The cheapest coach tickets from Swansea to London start from £10. 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.
How long is the bus journey from Swansea to London?
The average bus journey time from Swansea to London is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 161 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swansea to London?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to London at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to London?
A bus journey from Swansea to London produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

20/12

£21

21/12

£33

Today

£15

23/12

£18

24/12

£13

25/12

£24

26/12

£25

27/12

£23

The cheapest trip from Swansea to London was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

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 £13 to £84 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 £13, 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.