Bus and Coach from Swansea to Bradford: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Swansea to Bradford

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

today

£37

tomorrow

Monday

£31

Tuesday

£27

Wednesday

Thursday

£31

Friday

£39

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 12m	11:33	Swansea	University Bay Campus	19:45	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£37	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 11:33:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 12m
National Express	10h 37m	12:28	Swansea	University Bay Campus	23:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£38	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 12:28:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 37m
National Express	10h 45m	05:35	Swansea	University Bay Campus	16:20	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 05:35:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
FlixBus	15h 5m	15:20	Swansea	City Bus Station	06:25	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 15:20:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 5m
FlixBus	14h 55m	15:30	Swansea	University Bay Campus	06:25	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 15:30:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 14/12/2025 06:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  04:05
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  12:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:05:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  13:55
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  15:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 2h 48m longer, but you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 32m	11:33	Swansea	University Bay Campus	20:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 11:33:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 32m
National Express	10h 37m	12:28	Swansea	University Bay Campus	23:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 12:28:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 37m
FlixBus	13h 50m	08:00	Swansea	City Bus Station	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 08:00:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
FlixBus	13h 40m	08:10	Swansea	University Bay Campus	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 08:10:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
National Express	11h 30m	04:50	Swansea	University Bay Campus	16:20	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:50:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  04:05
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  12:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:05:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  13:55
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  15:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 2h 28m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 13m	07:02	Swansea	University Bay Campus	16:15	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 07:02:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 13m
National Express	10h 42m	12:23	Swansea	University Bay Campus	23:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 12:23:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 42m
National Express	10h 2m	10:03	Swansea	University Bay Campus	20:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 10:03:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 2m
FlixBus	13h 50m	08:00	Swansea	City Bus Station	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
FlixBus	13h 40m	08:10	Swansea	University Bay Campus	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 16/12/2025 08:10:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 16/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  04:05
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  12:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:05:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  13:55
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  15:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 1h 47m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	9h 13m	07:02	Swansea	University Bay Campus	16:15	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 07:02:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 16:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 13m
National Express	10h 42m	12:23	Swansea	University Bay Campus	23:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 12:23:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 42m
National Express	10h 2m	10:03	Swansea	University Bay Campus	20:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 10:03:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 2m
National Express	10h 25m	08:35	Swansea	University Bay Campus	19:00	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 08:35:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 19:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 25m
National Express	13h 5m	16:40	Swansea	University Bay Campus	05:45	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£41	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 16:40:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  04:05
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  12:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:05:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  13:55
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  15:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 1h 47m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 42m	11:23	Swansea	University Bay Campus	20:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 11:23:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 42m
National Express	10h 42m	12:23	Swansea	University Bay Campus	23:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£40	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 12:23:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 42m
FlixBus	13h 50m	08:00	Swansea	City Bus Station	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:00:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
FlixBus	13h 40m	08:10	Swansea	University Bay Campus	21:50	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:10:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 40m
National Express	12h 15m	04:50	Swansea	University Bay Campus	17:05	Bradford	Interchange	Economy	£47	A Bus from National Express goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 04:50:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Port Talbot, you can save more than £-5? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  9h 25m
  
  Swansea
  
  11 km
  
  10:40
  
  Port Talbot
  Bus Stop
  
  20:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0 km
  
  Economy
  
  £44
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Port Talbot (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:40:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 20:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Did you know that if you travel from Swansea to Bradford via Manchester, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  11h 0m
  
  0
  
  04:05
  
  Swansea
  University Bay Campus
  
  12:30
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £17
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 04:05:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 12:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 25m
- National Express
  
  1h 10m
  
  0
  
  13:55
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  15:05
  
  Bradford
  Interchange
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Interchange, Bradford (United Kingdom) arriving at 15/12/2025 15:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Travel time is 2h 18m longer, but you will save £17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Swansea to Bradford is £17 on 09/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Swansea and Bradford

See here how frequent the connections between Swansea and Bradford are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches from Swansea to Bradford. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Swansea and Bradford.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 20 coaches from Swansea to Bradford, while Night sees the fewest connections between Swansea and Bradford, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Swansea to Bradford

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Swansea to Bradford in one click! Book your bus ticket from Swansea to Bradford starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	8h 12m
Earliest Coach	05:35
Latest Coach	17:30
Daily Bus Connections	8 Ø
Distance	283.0 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Swansea to Bradford

Every day, 8 buses from 2 coach companies leave Swansea for Bradford: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 13/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

£49

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

£31

Tuesday 16/12

£30

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£31

Friday 19/12

£42

Saturday 20/12

£42

Sunday 21/12

£43

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

£39

Tuesday 30/12

£39

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

£44

Friday 02/01

Saturday 03/01

£34

Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Swansea to Bradford

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Swansea to Bradford, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £16, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Swansea to Bradford. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £39.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Swansea to Bradford, with £16. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

How to save money travelling from Swansea to Bradford

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 Bradford 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 Bradford, 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 Bradford are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Swansea to Bradford

These are the most booked bus companies between Swansea to Bradford from our users.

National Express from Swansea to Bradford

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Swansea to Bradford:

Cheapest Price	£27
Fastest Coach	8h 12m
Earliest Coach	05:35
Last Coach	17:30
Daily Connections	5 Ø
Found on	11/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Swansea and Bradford

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

City Bus Station

Plymouth St

University

Swansea University Campus

University Bay Campus

Fabian Way

The Kingsway

Wellington St

Interchange

Bridge St

Hall Ings

Keighley Rd Oak Lane

Apperley Bridge Rail Station

Harrogate Road Holybrook Ave

Service and Comfort on the bus from Swansea to Bradford

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

FAQs about the Swansea to Bradford bus

How much does a Swansea - Bradford coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Swansea - Bradford bus trip is available from £17 and takes 9h 13m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Swansea to Bradford is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £53. 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 - Bradford route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Swansea to Bradford is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bradford from Swansea take?

The quickest coach from Swansea to Bradford is provided by National Express and takes 8h 12m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Swansea to Bradford?

The earliest bus to Bradford departs from Swansea at 05:35. 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 Bradford?

The latest bus to Bradford departs from Swansea at 17:30. 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 - Bradford route?

Passengers looking to travel from Swansea to Bradford can travel with National Express and FlixBus. 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 Bradford?

You can check all the direct connections between Swansea and Bradford 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bradford 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 Bradford 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 Bradford 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 Bradford on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Swansea and to Bradford

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