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Coach from Swansea to Bristol: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Swansea to Bristol. Traveling by coach from Swansea to Bristol usually takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (96 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £9.90 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Swansea to Bristol?
Bus tickets for a trip from Swansea to Bristol cost £9.92 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Swansea to Bristol?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swansea to Bristol. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 2h 37m | £11.86 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Swansea to Bristol
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 59 miles from Swansea to Bristol. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 Swansea to Bristol 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 07:00. To see the times for all coaches from Swansea to Bristol, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Swansea to Bristol every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Swansea to Bristol without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Swansea to Bristol; ticket prices start at £22.41.
City Information
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.
Bristol
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Situated on the River Avon, Bristol is the most populous city in South West England. Known for its vibrant culture, Bristol comprises distinct areas, each with its own atmosphere. For example, the Stokes Croft area is filled with independent cafes and vintage shops, while the Clifton suburb hosts unique boutiques and beautiful Georgian architecture.
Bristol Zoo is a must-see for animal lovers, where visitors can discover over 300 different animal species and then enjoy lunch in The Hide restaurant. If nautical history is your thing, then step aboard Brunel's SS Great Britain to immerse yourself in 19th-century-era travel, with tours of the whole ship and docks available. More contemporary interests may be piqued when you learn that Bristol is the hometown of the famous street artist Banksy. Many walking tours are available daily to explore the city's renowned street art and local history.
Access to the city is made simple by a wealth of public transport, with rail, road, bus, and air links available. Bristol Airport provides international and national access, and the Great Western Railway trains enable easy access from London and other cities. Several national and regional bus services also serve Bristol.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Swansea?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All coach stations in Swansea:
Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A
Where does the coach arrive in Bristol?
Main arrival station: Whitson Street Coach Station
All coaches from Swansea arrive at one main station in Bristol.
Coach stations in Bristol:
Whitson Street Coach Station
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