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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swansea | Shudehill | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Swansea University - Bay Campus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Swansea | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea University - Bay Campus | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea | Shudehill | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Manchester?
Stops in Swansea
- A
Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK - BPlymouth Street, Swansea SA1, Wales, United Kingdom
- C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Compare bus companies
Based on 11580 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £14
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swansea to Manchester
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 Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Swansea to Manchester start from £14. The average price for this route is around £24. 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 Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Swansea to Manchester is 9h 5m, covering a distance of 140 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Swansea to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Manchester at 03:20. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Manchester?
A bus journey from Swansea to Manchester produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Swansea to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swansea to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £41 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Swansea to Manchester?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
