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What is the best way to travel from London to Swansea?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Swansea from London. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 7 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 30m
£10
£15
137
Train
3h 32m
£48
£72
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What is the cheapest way to reach Swansea from London?

You can reach Swansea with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £19
Monday
from £10
Tuesday
from £12
Wednesday
from £10
Thursday
from £14
Friday
from £12
Saturday
from £12

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    00:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    05:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    20:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    23:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    05:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Southeastern
    4h 52m
    0
    07:29
    London
    Charlton Station
    12:21
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £60
  • Southeastern
    5h 0m
    0
    08:29
    London
    Charlton Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £60
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 27m
    0
    10:02
    London
    Charlton Station
    14:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £60
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 30m
    0
    11:02
    London
    Charlton Station
    15:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £60

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • FlixBus
    7h 55m
    0
    06:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:55
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    06:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:45
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    4h 38m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:38
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £66
  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £66
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £170

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    08:50
    London
    Hammersmith
    13:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 50m
    0
    08:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    07:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    13:55
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £82
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 35m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £82
  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £82

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    15:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    15:00
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £48

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:20
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £79
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 35m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £79
  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £79

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    19:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    20:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    18:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    23:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:15
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    16:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:05
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    16:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Metro Turizm
    3h 44m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £61
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    3h 44m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £61
  • Southeastern
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:30
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £61
  • Transport For London
    3h 32m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £61

What are the fastest trips from London to Swansea?

You can get to Swansea from London in just 3h 32m with a Train from Transport For London. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 4h 27m
Monday
from 3h 33m
Tuesday
from 3h 33m
Wednesday
from 3h 33m
Thursday
from 3h 33m
Friday
from 5h 5m
Saturday
from 3h 32m

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Metro Turizm
    4h 27m
    0
    10:02
    London
    Charlton Station
    14:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £60
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 30m
    0
    11:02
    London
    Charlton Station
    15:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £60
  • Southeastern
    4h 52m
    0
    07:29
    London
    Charlton Station
    12:21
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £60
  • Southeastern
    5h 0m
    0
    08:29
    London
    Charlton Station
    13:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £60
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    5h 5m
    0
    00:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    05:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    5h 10m
    0
    20:35
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    01:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    5h 25m
    0
    23:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    05:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £66
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £66
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £170
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    4h 38m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:38
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • FlixBus
    7h 30m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    06:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:45
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £82
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £82
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 35m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £82
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    08:50
    London
    Hammersmith
    13:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    20:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    00:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 50m
    0
    08:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    13:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 35m
    0
    07:20
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    13:55
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £48
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 30m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    15:00
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 40m
    0
    10:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    15:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    6h 5m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Transport For London
    3h 33m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £79
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 45m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:32
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £79
  • Metro Turizm
    4h 35m
    0
    05:54
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:29
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £79
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    5h 0m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    18:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    6h 10m
    0
    19:25
    London Gatwick Airport
    London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
    01:35
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:20
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £14

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    18:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    23:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 40m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    20:40
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 50m
    0
    13:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    19:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    22:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    05:20
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Transport For London
    3h 32m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Stratford Train Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Transport For London
    Economy
    from £61
  • Metro Turizm
    3h 44m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Metro Turizm
    Economy
    from £61
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    3h 44m
    0
    05:47
    London
    Charlton Station
    09:31
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £61
  • Southeastern
    4h 31m
    0
    05:59
    London
    Charlton Station
    10:30
    Swansea
    Central Station
    0
    Southeastern
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    4h 35m
    0
    16:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:05
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    4h 45m
    0
    16:30
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    21:15
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    5h 5m
    0
    16:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - T5
    21:05
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £14
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    15:00
    London
    Victoria Coach Station
    20:55
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from London to Swansea

What are the most popular stations in London and Swansea?

In London, you will usually depart from Euston Station, Stratford Coach Station or Waterloo, while in Swansea you will be arriving at Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Swansea from London? With 7 connections between 7 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between London and Swansea, you can pay as low as £10 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Transport For London: you will get to Swansea in just 3h 32m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting London and Swansea are National Express, FlixBus and Metro Turizm, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in London and Swansea is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Belsize Park or to Skewen, and look at flights from Rochester Airport, and landing at Swansea Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from London to Swansea?

The most popular companies between London and Swansea, are National Express, FlixBus and Metro Turizm. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, FlixBus and Southern

Train companies: Metro Turizm, Transport For London, Southeastern and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from London to Swansea

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from London to Swansea. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from London to Swansea

How can I reach Swansea from London?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Swansea from London.

How far is Swansea from London?

The distance between London and Swansea is 264.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between London and Swansea?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 45 kgs, and a flight 65 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from London to Swansea?

You can get to Swansea with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Swansea?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Swansea in just 3h 32m with a Train from Transport For London.

More routes to London and to Swansea

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to London and to Swansea. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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