Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swansea | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea | Raby Street (Stop C) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea University - Bay Campus | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea University - Bay Campus | Raby Street (Stop C) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea | Shudehill | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Swansea to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Manchester?
Stops in Swansea
- A
Swansea University - Bay Campus
Elba Crescent, Skewen, Swansea SA1 8QQ, UK - BPlymouth Street, Swansea SA1, Wales, United Kingdom
- C
Wellington St
Wellington St, Swansea SA1 3QX, UK
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Compare bus companies
Based on 11440 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £15
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Swansea to Manchester
What's the distance between Swansea and Manchester by coach?
The journey from Swansea to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 147 miles (238 km).
What is the best way to go from Swansea to Manchester without a car?
You can reach Manchester from Swansea by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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.
The cheapest trip from Swansea to Manchester was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swansea to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £40 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-27.
