Birmingham to Swansea Bus

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Date Tomorrow
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Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ €16.41 £14.05
  • Average duration 4h 26m
  • Connections per day 32
  • Distance 169 km
  • CO₂ per person 15 kg

bus from Birmingham to Swansea

The journey from Birmingham to Swansea is about 169 km. On average a bus trip takes 4h 26m with 32 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ €16.41 £14.05
Trip duration 4h 26m
Connections per day 32
Lowest price ≈ €16.41 £14.05
Highest price ≈ €25.58 £21.90
First departure 05:00 AM
Last departure 09:00 PM
Distance 169 km
Departure Birmingham
Arrival Swansea
Travel operator National Express, FlixBus
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FlixBus11.83 kg CO₂
13:05Birmingham new street
4h 55m
20:25Swansea, University Bay Campus
≈ €20.42 £17.48
1 changes
FlixBus11.83 kg CO₂
13:05Birmingham new street
5h 5m
20:35Swansea, West Way
≈ €20.42 £17.48
1 changes
National Express11.83 kg CO₂
05:00Coach Station
5h 15m
12:20Swansea, West Way
≈ €21.43 £18.35
1 changes

Next departures from Birmingham to Swansea

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express ≈ €23.54 £20.15
05:00 Coach Station
4h 53m · 2 changes
13:13 Swansea, University Bay Campus
National Express ≈ €23.89 £20.45
05:00 Coach Station
5h 15m · 1 changes
12:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €23.95 £20.50
05:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
5h 15m · 1 changes
12:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €25.58 £21.90
07:50 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 35m · 2 changes
13:50 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €25.52 £21.85
07:50 Coach Station
4h 35m · 2 changes
13:50 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.47 £14.10
10:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h 55m · direct
13:55 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.41 £14.05
10:00 Coach Station
3h 55m · direct
13:55 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.41 £14.05
10:00 Coach Station
3h 45m · direct
13:45 Swansea, University Bay Campus
National Express ≈ €17.11 £14.65
12:00 Coach Station
4h 5m · direct
16:05 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €17.17 £14.70
12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 5m · direct
16:05 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €17.11 £14.65
12:00 Coach Station
3h 55m · direct
15:55 Swansea, University Bay Campus
FlixBus ≈ €19.21 £16.45
14:55 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
4h 50m · 1 changes
21:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus
FlixBus ≈ €17.50 £14.98
14:55 Birmingham new street
4h 50m · 1 changes
21:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus
FlixBus ≈ €19.21 £16.45
14:55 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
5h · 1 changes
21:45 Swansea, West Way
FlixBus ≈ €17.50 £14.98
14:55 Birmingham new street
5h · 1 changes
21:45 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.41 £14.05
15:00 Coach Station
4h 20m · direct
19:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.47 £14.10
15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 20m · direct
19:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.41 £14.05
15:00 Coach Station
4h 10m · direct
19:10 Swansea, University Bay Campus
National Express ≈ €23.54 £20.15
16:00 Coach Station
4h 50m · 1 changes
21:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €23.59 £20.20
16:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 50m · 1 changes
21:20 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.47 £14.10
17:30 Birmingham, Coach Station
3h 55m · direct
21:25 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €16.41 £14.05
17:30 Coach Station
3h 45m · direct
21:15 Swansea, University Bay Campus
FlixBus ≈ €19.25 £16.48
17:35 Birmingham new street
4h 30m · 1 changes
23:45 Swansea, West Way
FlixBus ≈ €20.79 £17.80
17:35 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
4h 30m · 1 changes
23:45 Swansea, West Way
FlixBus ≈ €19.25 £16.48
17:35 Birmingham new street
4h 20m · 1 changes
23:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus
FlixBus ≈ €20.79 £17.80
17:35 Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
4h 20m · 1 changes
23:35 Swansea, University Bay Campus
National Express ≈ €23.77 £20.35
18:00 Coach Station
4h 18m · 2 changes
00:38 Swansea, University Bay Campus
National Express ≈ €23.13 £19.80
18:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 30m · 1 changes
23:10 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €23.07 £19.75
18:00 Coach Station
4h 30m · 1 changes
23:10 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €25.58 £21.90
21:00 Birmingham, Coach Station
4h 25m · 1 changes
02:00 Swansea, West Way
National Express ≈ €25.52 £21.85
21:00 Coach Station
4h 25m · 1 changes
02:00 Swansea, West Way
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Carriers on this route

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FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 11.83kg
bus 12.68kg
flight 33.8kg
carpool 27.04kg

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