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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 University - Bay Campus | Great Charles Street Queensway | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Swansea University - Bay Campus | Bearwood, Hangley Rd. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand B | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand B | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 447, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Birmingham?
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 Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- C1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea to Birmingham by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Birmingham start at R 228. The average price for this route is around R 445. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 166 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 32m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Swansea to Birmingham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Birmingham?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Birmingham?
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 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.
The cheapest trip from Swansea to Birmingham was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 227To 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 R 227 to R 1 358 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 R 332, which is on 2025-12-18.
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?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
