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Nottingham to Swansea Coach Timetable
Coach from Nottingham to Swansea: Journey Information
There are 11 intercity coaches per day from Nottingham to Swansea. Traveling by coach from Nottingham to Swansea usually takes around 9 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 149 mi (241 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £27.20 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Nottingham to Swansea?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Nottingham to Swansea that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4 | 11h 37m | £36.35 |
| National Express | 7 | 8h 32m | £40.82 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Nottingham to Swansea, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 37 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book National Express from Nottingham to Swansea from £34. There are 7 National Express schedules from Nottingham to Swansea and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Swansea. In Nottingham, National Express departs to Swansea from Coach Station and no other station. In Swansea, National Express arrives at Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Nottingham to Swansea takes 8 hours and 32 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Swansea in 6 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 8 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Swansea.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Nottingham to Swansea
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 149 miles from Nottingham to Swansea. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Nottingham to Swansea at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 03:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Nottingham to Swansea, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled coaches that travel from Nottingham to Swansea every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Nottingham to Swansea; ticket prices start at £46.82.
City Information
Nottingham
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Nottingham is famous as Robin Hood's hometown, where he romped through Sherwood Forest and slept beneath the Major Oak. While you can still enjoy attractions as old as the 800 sandstone caves from the Dark Ages, modern-day Nottingham is a thriving shopping area that offers cricket, bowling, and dozens of cultural attractions.
If Robin Hood's story entices you, step back in time to reimagine the experience. The city's Robin Hood Town tour dives into Nottingham's rich history and highlights the life of Robin Hood, including the city's landmarks associated with him. Then, channel your own inner Robin Hood with an archery class in Sherwood Forest, or simply explore the forest's cycle trails on a bike.
After you've worked up an appetite, head to one of the top restaurants in Nottingham: Josephine's Tea Room and Café, The Wollaton Pub and Kitchen, and Bill's Restaurant and Bar. Cosy Club, The Cod's Scallops, and The Alchemist are excellent options for some lively libations.
Nottingham is easy to reach by either train or coach. Northern Rail and CrossCountry travel directly to Nottingham and connect to many other British train lines. In addition, FlixBus and Megabus provide coach service in the area. To reach Nottingham by flight, you'll arrive at East Midlands Airport.
Swansea
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Swansea is a coastal city in the southwest of Wales. With its sweeping coastline and diverse city, this historically industrial town has so much to offer. A visit to Swansea would be incomplete without a visit to one, or all, of its magnificent beaches and peninsulas. Swansea Bay makes a great picnic stop on a warm day, with its soft sand, blue waters, and plentiful ice cream parlours.
The Gower Peninsula, famous for being the U.K.'s first Area of Outstanding National Beauty, provides a great place to experience the real Wales, with its dramatic limestone cliffs, wild moors, and diverse ecology; it's definitely worth the short car drive from the city.
If the weather drives you indoors, then visit the National Waterfront Museum to learn about the industrial and maritime history of Wales. Swansea is also home to a large indoor market where you can explore independent retailers' goods and indulge in the many local delicacies on offer.
With its major road links and park-and-ride car parks, Swansea is easy to reach by car. Direct trains also run from many major cities, including London and Manchester, via the Great Western Railway. National Express and Megabus also provide frequent coach services to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Nottingham?
Main departure station: Coach Station
Nottingham has two coach stations with service to Swansea.
All coach stations in Nottingham:
Coach Station
University of Nottingham
Where does the coach arrive in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
Buses and long-distance coaches to Swansea stop at the Quadrant Bus Station adjacent to the Quadrant Shopping Center. Inside the mall, a wide variety of stores and restaurants can accommodate any travel-day desire, from bubble tea to an entirely new outfit. There is some seating inside the building, facing the glass wall where exits lead to boarding areas. National Express and Megabus coaches operate routes to destinations like London and Bristol from Swansea. Many of the top sights in Swansea are within a 10-minute walk of the bus station, including Swansea Castle, Swansea Museum, and the National Waterfront Museum.
Coach stations in Swansea:
Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
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