How to get from Swansea to Bournemouth

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Bournemouth from Swansea. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 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
8h 30m
£18
£20
27
Train
3h 58m
£81
£95
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Bournemouth from Swansea?

You can reach Bournemouth with just £18 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.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from £18
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 15m
    0
    15:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    01:00
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    9h 7m
    0
    15:53
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    01:00
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    14:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    23:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    11h 15m
    0
    03:15
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    07:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    15:40
    Bournemouth
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 40m
    0
    06:22
    Swansea
    Central Station
    11:02
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 47m
    0
    07:14
    Swansea
    Central Station
    12:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 44m
    0
    09:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 44m
    0
    10:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 58m
    0
    09:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    13:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £153

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Bournemouth?

You can get to Bournemouth from Swansea in just 3h 58m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 3h 58m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 58m
    0
    09:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    13:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £153
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 40m
    0
    06:22
    Swansea
    Central Station
    11:02
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 44m
    0
    09:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 44m
    0
    10:17
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 47m
    0
    07:14
    Swansea
    Central Station
    12:01
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £81

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 30m
    0
    07:10
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    15:40
    Bournemouth
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    14:30
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    23:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • National Express
    9h 7m
    0
    15:53
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    01:00
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • National Express
    9h 15m
    0
    15:45
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    01:00
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    11h 15m
    0
    03:15
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Central Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Bournemouth

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Bournemouth?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, Clarbeston Road Train Station or Llansamlet Train Station, while in Bournemouth you will be arriving at Train Station, Central Coach Station or Southbourne Train 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 Bournemouth from Swansea? With 10 connections between 3 Train and Bus 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 Swansea and Bournemouth, you can pay as low as £18 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 Great Western Railway (GWR): you will get to Bournemouth in just 3h 58m.

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 Swansea and Bournemouth are Great Western Railway (GWR), National Express and FlixBus, 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 Swansea and Bournemouth 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 Skewen or to Bournemouth, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Bournemouth 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 Swansea to Bournemouth?

The most popular companies between Swansea and Bournemouth, are Great Western Railway (GWR), National Express and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR)

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Swansea to Bournemouth

How can I reach Bournemouth from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bournemouth from Swansea.

How far is Bournemouth from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Bournemouth is 175.3 km.

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

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 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 43 kgs.

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

You can get to Bournemouth with just £18 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

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 Bournemouth in just 3h 58m with a Train from Great Western Railway (GWR).

More routes to Swansea and to Bournemouth

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