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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Cardiff

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest price

$7

Average price

$8

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 7 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swansea to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swansea to Cardiff will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $7.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Swansea for Cardiff every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
07:10AM1h00
Swansea
08:10AMCardiff
$71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
02:55AM1h05
Swansea
04:00AMCardiff
$71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
02:20PM1h20
Swansea
03:40PMCardiff
$71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:30PM1h10
Swansea
11:40PMCardiff
$91One-way
0 changes
National Express
12:15PM1h10
Swansea
01:25PMCardiff
$91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $5.

Distance: 55 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

$9

Average Price

Cheapest

$11

Average Price

1h 47m

Average total duration

1h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Swansea to Cardiff bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Cardiff coaches for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 5:35 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX201
Delayed
12:20 pm 4:20 amSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
5:30 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201
Delayed
12:20 pm 6:10 amSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
7:20 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5076:35 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h00
7:35 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h15
8:25 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h05
8:25 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:20 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h20
8:40 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX2027:20 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
8:30 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:30 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h10
8:40 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
9:10 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201
Delayed
12:20 pm 8:05 amSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
9:15 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5078:05 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h00
9:05 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:10 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h00
9:10 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX1118:35 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
9:40 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
national_expressNX2029:20 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
10:30 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5079:25 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
10:35 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
national_expressNX1129:55 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h15
11:10 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:05 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
11:10 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:15 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
0h55
11:10 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201
Delayed
12:20 pm 10:20 amSwansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
11:30 am Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:45 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h15
12:00 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:55 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h05
12:00 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50711:05 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h00
12:05 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:20 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h20
12:40 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX11111:25 am Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
12:30 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 am Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h10
12:40 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX11112:20 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h15
1:35 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201
On time
1:20 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
2:30 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:40 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
2:45 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:50 pm Swansea, University Bay Campus
0h55
2:45 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5072:45 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
3:50 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:20 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h20
4:40 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX201
On time
3:20 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
4:30 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens		0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 pm Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h10
4:40 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
national_expressNX1114:05 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h10
5:15 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5075:30 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
6:35 pm Cardiff, Sophia Gardens0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:25 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h05
11:30 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:35 pm Swansea, University Bay Campus
0h55
11:30 pm Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:20 pm Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
1h20
12:40 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:30 pm Swansea, University Bay Campus
1h10
12:40 am Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens)0 changesdirect
Monday, 15 December
meinfernbus_flixbus2:55 am Swansea
1h05
4:00 am Cardiff0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Cardiff

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Buses from Swansea to Cardiff run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 but you can travel from only $5 by train.

There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:07, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 1h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5
Distance
55 km
Average bus duration
1h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
$7
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
1h 0m
First bus
00:07
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $5

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transport for Wales from Swansea to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Cardiff with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Transport for Wales for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
$5
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$7
FlixBus frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
$7
National Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$7
Megabus frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Swansea to Cardiff coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Cardiff by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Cardiff can start from as little as $6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Cardiff is $10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Swansea and Cardiff is on average 55 min   for the 55 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cardiff from Swansea by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swansea to Cardiff leaves at 4: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swansea to Cardiff leaves at 11: 30pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Swansea to Cardiff without having to change trains with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus or Transport for Wales. There are 16 direct coaches from Swansea to Cardiff each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Swansea to Cardiff coach with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus or Transport for Wales. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Cardiff from Swansea as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Swansea, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station and Swansea, University Bay Campus. When arriving in Cardiff, you can end your journey in coach stations like Cardiff, University, Cardiff, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cardiff, University, located away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cardiff from Swansea is worth doing with a journey time of 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Swansea to Cardiff is March.
You have options as you can travel between Swansea and Cardiff 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Swansea to Cardiff has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Swansea to Cardiff, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.
    No, luggage for the coach from Swansea to Cardiff needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Swansea to Cardiff.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Cardiff

    Swansea
    Cardiff
    The major coach station for departures in Swansea is Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station for your trip from Swansea to Cardiff.
    Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
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    address
    Address
    Swansea Quadrant Bus Station, Dillwyn St, SA1 3AR
    Swansea, University Bay Campus
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