Bus and Coach from Swansea to Barnsley: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swansea to Barnsley

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Swansea to Barnsley from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

£57

tomorrow

£57

Saturday

Sunday

£62

Monday

Tuesday

£52

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	12h 25m	16:35	Swansea	City Bus Station	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 16:35:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	National Express	12h 20m	16:40	Swansea	University Bay Campus	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 16:40:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Barnsley via Manchester, you can save more than £29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  17h 45m
  
  0
  
  07:30
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  15:40
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 07:30:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
- National Express
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:40
  
  Manchester
  Miles Platting
  
  01:15
  
  Barnsley
  Interchange Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Miles Platting, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 19:40:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Travel time is 5h 25m longer, but you will save £29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	11h 40m	17:20	Swansea	City Bus Station	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 17:20:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
	National Express	11h 30m	17:30	Swansea	University Bay Campus	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£57	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 17:30:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Barnsley via Manchester, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  17h 5m
  
  0
  
  08:10
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  18:10
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £21
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:10:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 18:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 0m
- National Express
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:40
  
  Manchester
  Miles Platting
  
  01:15
  
  Barnsley
  Interchange Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Miles Platting, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 19:40:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Travel time is 5h 35m longer, but you will save £24

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	11h 30m	17:30	Swansea	City Bus Station	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£62	A Bus from National Express goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 17:30:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
	National Express	11h 25m	17:35	Swansea	University Bay Campus	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£62	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 17:35:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Barnsley via Leeds, you can save more than £33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  14h 20m
  
  0
  
  10:55
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  19:40
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £25
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 10:55:00 to Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
- National Express
  
  0h 45m
  
  0
  
  00:30
  
  Leeds
  Bus Station
  
  01:15
  
  Barnsley
  Interchange Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Leeds (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 00:30:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 01:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save £33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	12h 25m	16:35	Swansea	City Bus Station	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£52	A Bus from National Express goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 16:35:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	National Express	12h 20m	16:40	Swansea	University Bay Campus	05:00	Barnsley	Interchange Transit Station		Economy	£52	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 16:40:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Barnsley via Manchester, you can save more than £24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  17h 45m
  
  0
  
  07:30
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  15:40
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 07:30:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
- National Express
  
  5h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:40
  
  Manchester
  Miles Platting
  
  01:15
  
  Barnsley
  Interchange Transit Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Miles Platting, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 19:40:00 to Interchange Transit Station, Barnsley (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 01:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
Travel time is 5h 25m longer, but you will save £24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Swansea to Barnsley is £52 on 23/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Swansea to Barnsley

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Swansea to Barnsley in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swansea to Barnsley starting from £52!

Cheapest Bus	£52
Fastest Bus	11h 25m
Earliest Coach	16:35
Latest Coach	16:40
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	271.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Swansea to Barnsley

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Swansea for Barnsley: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£57

Friday 19/12

£57

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

£62

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

£52

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

£80

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

Monday 05/01

Tuesday 06/01

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

Saturday 10/01

Sunday 11/01

How to save money travelling from Swansea to Barnsley

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Swansea to Barnsley in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Swansea to Barnsley, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Swansea to Barnsley are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Swansea and Barnsley

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Swansea and Barnsley.

City Bus Station

Plymouth St

University

Swansea University Campus

University Bay Campus

Fabian Way

The Kingsway

Wellington St

Interchange Transit Station

Midland Street 32-34

Oakwell Stadium

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swansea to Barnsley

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Swansea to Barnsley? Or which bus companies serve the route Swansea to Barnsley? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Swansea to Barnsley bus

How much does a Swansea - Barnsley coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Swansea - Barnsley bus trip is available from £52 and takes 12h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Swansea to Barnsley?

The connection Swansea to Barnsley is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £52 to £62. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Swansea - Barnsley route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Swansea to Barnsley is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Barnsley from Swansea take?

The quickest coach from Swansea to Barnsley is provided by National Express and takes 11h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £62. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swansea to Barnsley?

The earliest bus to Barnsley departs from Swansea at 16:35. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Swansea to Barnsley?

The latest bus to Barnsley departs from Swansea at 16:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Swansea - Barnsley route?

Passengers looking to travel from Swansea to Barnsley can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Barnsley?

You can check all the direct connections between Swansea and Barnsley by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Barnsley from Swansea?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Swansea Barnsley bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Swansea Barnsley bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Swansea to Barnsley on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Swansea to Barnsley?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Swansea to Barnsley

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Swansea and to Barnsley

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Swansea and to Barnsley. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!