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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand A | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand A | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand A | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand A | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swansea Bus Station, Stand A | Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Swansea to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swansea and Gatwick?
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
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Customers generally appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean buses. The rides are described as smooth and punctual with comfortable seating. However, some users noted that advertised amenities like Wi-Fi were not available, and there were occasional issues such as noise or lack of water in the restroom facilities.
National Express Swansea Gatwick recent customer reviews
The bus was warm, the ride was smooth and we got there on time. The only downside was that they advertised Wi-Fi but there was none.
Chinonso A.
The seats were quite comfortable and spacious however the bus was noisy and there was no water to flush the toilet or wash my hands.
Sawsan K.
Good service, friendly, helpful staff, clean buses although the extra bus change was a bit awkward
Martin D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swansea to Gatwick 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 Gatwick?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swansea to Gatwick start from $20. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Gatwick?
The average bus travel time from Swansea to Gatwick is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 267 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Swansea to Gatwick route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swansea to Gatwick?
The earliest bus departs from Swansea to Gatwick at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swansea to Gatwick?
A bus trip from Swansea to Gatwick generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Gatwick was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swansea to Gatwick, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $101 for a bus ticket from Swansea to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-16.
