Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Bristol

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Coach from Swansea to Bristol: Journey Information

There are 25 intercity coaches per day from Swansea to Bristol. Travelling by coach from Swansea to Bristol usually takes around 3 hours and 24 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
NOK 106.05
Trips per day
25
Most frequent service
National Express
Coach lines
1

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How much is a coach ticket from Swansea to Bristol?

Coach tickets for a trip from Swansea to Bristol cost about NOK 200 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Swansea to Bristol by travel date

NOK 210NOK 140NOK 70NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Swansea to Bristol in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 198 to NOK 208. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bristol this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 198.

Average coach ticket prices from Swansea to Bristol by month

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Taking the coach from Swansea to Bristol is usually cheapest in March, when the average ticket price is only NOK 161. If you're planning to take the coach from Swansea to Bristol during May, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 236. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Swansea to Bristol?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Swansea to Bristol. National Express connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
National Express253h 24mNOK 203.81
  • National Express is probably the UK's best-known coach company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travellers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, toilets, and air conditioning.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Swansea to Bristol

There are 25 scheduled coaches that travel from Swansea to Bristol every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 8 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

25

Direct trips

8

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 24 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 film. 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.

Distance (mi)

59

Distance (km)

96

The first coach leaves at 0:25 and the last coach leaves at 22:30. To see the times for all coaches from Swansea to Bristol, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:25am

Latest coach

10:30pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Swansea to Bristol for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Bristol, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Sunday

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 Natural 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 Project, the 136-acre successor to the Clifton zoo that closed in 2022, is a must-see for animal lovers, just north of the city beside the M5. 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, coach, 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 coach services also serve Bristol.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Swansea?

Main departure station: Quadrant Bus Station - Stand A

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Local 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 coach 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: Bristol Airport North Side Rd

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Bristol.

Coach stations in Bristol:

  • Bristol Airport North Side Rd
  • Coach Station

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