How to get from Swansea to Leicester

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Leicester from Swansea. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 15m
£35
£38
22
Flight
7h 15m
£41
£41
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Leicester from Swansea?

You can reach Leicester with just £35 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £35
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £41
Thursday
Friday
from £39
Saturday

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    11:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    03:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    7h 15m
    0
    07:55
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:10
    East Midlands Airport
    East Midlands Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £41

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    01:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    01:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    15:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    14:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Leicester?

You can get to Leicester from Swansea in just 7h 15m with a Flight from Ryanair. 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 8h 15m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 7h 15m
Thursday
Friday
from 9h 20m
Saturday

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 15m
    0
    03:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    11:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:45
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 40m
    0
    03:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    7h 15m
    0
    07:55
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:10
    East Midlands Airport
    East Midlands Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £41

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 20m
    0
    15:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    00:50
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    01:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    01:10
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    10h 55m
    0
    03:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    14:15
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Leicester

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Leicester?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, Llansamlet Train Station or Clarbeston Road Train Station, while in Leicester you will be arriving at Central Station, Fosse Park or St. Margaret's 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 Leicester from Swansea? With 3 connections between 1 Bus and Flight 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 Leicester, you can pay as low as £35 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Flight from Ryanair: you will get to Leicester in just 7h 15m.

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 Leicester are FlixBus and Ryanair, 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 Leicester 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 Oadby, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at East Midlands 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 Leicester?

The most popular companies between Swansea and Leicester, are FlixBus and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Ryanair

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Leicester. 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 Leicester

How can I reach Leicester from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Leicester from Swansea.

How far is Leicester from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Leicester is 222.2 km.

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

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 55 kgs.

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

You can get to Leicester with just £35 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Leicester in just 7h 15m with a Flight from Ryanair.

More routes to Swansea and to Leicester

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