What is the distance between Reading and Swansea?

The distance separating Reading and Swansea is 129 miles (207 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Swansea?

If you're headed to Swansea from Reading, chances are that your bus will leave from Mereoak P&R and arrive at Swansea University - Bay Campus. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Reading to Swansea from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	5h 10m	1:35am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:55pm	Mereoak P&R	7h 50m	12:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	8:25pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	5h 20m	1:45am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Mereoak P&R	7h 50m	12:45am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Mereoak P&R	7h 43m	12:38am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	4h 10m	5:30pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	4h	5:20pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	4h 10m	5:30pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Mereoak P&R	4h 10m	5:30pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25pm	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	5h 20m	1:45am	Swansea	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

Next departures for Reading to Swansea on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 20m	4:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags
Bus	1:30am	Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride	6h 55m	8:25am	Swansea	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Mereoak P&R	3h 30m	4:45pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Swansea

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

128 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $62	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$59 - $279	Average Duration2h 19m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $20	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 12 reviews, National Express received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11

National Express Reading Swansea recent customer reviews

Excellent service the bus driver was so helpful and cheerful will definitely be using National Express again

Allison N.

February 11, 2020

The bus was over one hour and twenty minutes late and the driver did not seem apologetic at all. The journey itself was acceptable.

Sarah B.

January 23, 2018

5 hours late total

Joshua P.

July 19, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Reading and Swansea?

Stops in Reading

A - Mereoak P&R

B - Bath Road

C - Reading

Stops in Swansea

A - Swansea University - Bay Campus

B - Swansea Bus Station

C - Wellington St

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to Swansea by bus

What is the distance between Reading and Swansea?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Swansea?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$33

11/17

$18

Today

$18

11/19

$18

11/20

$18

11/21

$15

11/22

$15

11/23

$29

The cheapest trip from Reading to Swansea was searched and found on Nov 21, 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 Reading to Swansea, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $68 for a bus ticket from Reading to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-21.