What's the distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach?

The distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).

How can I get from Swansea to Bridgend without driving?

You can travel to Bridgend from Swansea by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Swansea to Bridgend from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swansea to Bridgend on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	16:20	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	08:05	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	35m	08:40	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	08:05	Swansea Bus Station, Stand A	35m	08:40	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	10:05	Swansea	35m	10:40	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	09:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	09:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bridgend on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	16:20	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	30m	04:30	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	01:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures from Swansea to Bridgend on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	25m	11:50	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	08:35	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	25m	09:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	01:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:10	Swansea	35m	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	01:25	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	35m	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Bridgend

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bridgend. The journey takes about 33 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

33mAverage duration

18 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £13	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £19	Average duration33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £4	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29715 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £5

National Express Swansea Bridgend recent customer reviews

Was not even given an apology or compensation for the late arrival which made me late to work

Daniel O.

22 June 2022

Good service

John J.

3 March 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swansea to Bridgend

What's the distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach?
The distance between Swansea and Bridgend by coach is approximately 18 miles (29 km).
How can I get from Swansea to Bridgend without driving?
You can travel to Bridgend from Swansea by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£4

17/11

£4

Today

£4

19/11

£4

20/11

£4

21/11

£4

22/11

£4

23/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Swansea to Bridgend was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £10 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Bridgend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.