How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to Bristol?

The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Bristol start from $13. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Swansea to Bristol?

The average bus travel time from Swansea to Bristol is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 96 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Swansea to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to Bristol?

The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Bristol at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Bristol?

A bus trip from Swansea to Bristol generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Swansea to Bristol?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Bristol?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Swansea to Bristol from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	2h 30m	5:50pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:35pm	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 15m	12:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	2h 30m	5:50pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea	2h 55m	6:15pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:05pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	3h 15m	7:20pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	2h 30m	5:50pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 25m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 25m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Swansea	2h 40m	1:25pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea	2h 55m	6:15pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Swansea	2h 40m	10:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Swansea	2h 40m	1:25pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:55am	Swansea	2h 20m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 30m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Swansea to Bristol on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Swansea	2h 55m	6:15pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:05am	Swansea University - Bay Campus	2h 10m	6:15am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 25m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Swansea	2h 45m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:25am	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	2h 25m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Swansea to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

96 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $74	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $125	Average Duration1h 37m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $23	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Bristol?

Stops in Swansea

A
Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK
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B
Swansea Bus Station
Plymouth Street, Swansea SA1, Wales, United Kingdom
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C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK
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Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
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D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
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E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,989 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11989 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $13

Flixbus Swansea Bristol recent customer reviews

Great driver, he was smooth on the turns and throttle. Only issue I had was there wasn't much leg room

Jacob B.

August 6, 2025

National Express

4/529,837 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 15 reviews, National Express received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $13

National Express Swansea Bristol recent customer reviews

Waited an hour for the bus to leave and had a flight to catch, which made a stressful journey at 2am even more stressful.

Rebekah J.

September 30, 2016

Highly satisfactory

Dawn C.

December 3, 2021

Very good

Brian L.

February 3, 2020

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea to Bristol by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Swansea to Bristol?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Bristol start from $13. The average price for this route is around $20. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Swansea to Bristol?
The average bus travel time from Swansea to Bristol is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 96 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 36 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Bristol at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Bristol?
A bus trip from Swansea to Bristol generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Swansea to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swansea to Bristol?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swansea to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swansea to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-08

$13

01-09

$15

Today

$15

01-11

$15

01-12

$12

01-13

$11

01-14

$11

01-15

$11

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Bristol was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swansea to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $63 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.