How much is the bus ticket from Heathrow to Swansea?

The cheapest bus tickets from Heathrow to Swansea start at R 182. The average price for this route is around R 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Heathrow to Swansea?

The average bus journey time from Heathrow to Swansea is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Heathrow to Swansea route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heathrow to Swansea?

The earliest bus departs from Heathrow to Swansea at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

A bus trip from Heathrow to Swansea produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Heathrow to Swansea?

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 29762 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Heathrow to Swansea?

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 Heathrow to Swansea?

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 Heathrow to Swansea from R 149 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Heathrow to Swansea on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	5h 25m	18:05	Swansea	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h	23:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 20m	15:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	16:50	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 55m	21:45	Swansea	No tags
Bus	11:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 20m	15:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Swansea on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Heathrow T2 & T3	5h 5m	12:20	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h	23:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Swansea on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:40	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	5h 25m	18:05	Swansea	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h	23:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:45	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 45m	05:30	Swansea	No tags
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Next departures from Heathrow to Swansea on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:55	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 50m	01:45	Swansea	Cheapest
Bus	19:50	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h	23:50	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags
Bus	00:45	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	4h 45m	05:30	Swansea	No tags
Bus	00:30	Heathrow T2 & T3	4h 40m	05:10	Swansea Bus Station, Stand B	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 8:22 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heathrow to Swansea

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Swansea. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

242 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 182 - R 1 325	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 612 - R 612	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Swansea?

Stops in Heathrow

A
London Heathrow Airport
Visit page
B
Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central
708 Bath Road, Hounslow TW5 9TW
C
Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4
Shepiston Lane (Valid any Departure), Hayes UB3
D
Comfort Hotel
Arlington Court, Mercure London Heathrow Hotel: Valid any Departure , Hayes UB3
E
EasyHotel
2 Bletchmore Close, Hayes UB3
F
Novotel Hotel
Holloway Lane, Valid any Departure, West Drayton UB7

Stops in Swansea

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 769 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers appreciate the excellent service provided by National Express, highlighting friendly and helpful drivers who ensure a comfortable journey. Many reviews mention timely arrivals and professional staff. However, there are occasional mentions of some drivers needing additional training in customer relations and concerns about longer travel times than expected on certain routes.

National Express Heathrow Swansea recent customer reviews

The bus did not turn up so i had to make my way to Central bus station via tube and i am badly disabled with a stroke..

Christopher B.

4 October 2024

it took me 6 hours to reach swansea. the original mentioned time is just four hours 10 min.

Kam Tong F.

18 September 2023

Very good overall but some drivers need training on customer relations. I’ve returned from a bus trip to USA and drivers were universally keen to help and dealt with customers with courtesy

Eilyn J.

23 February 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Heathrow to Swansea by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Heathrow to Swansea?
The cheapest bus tickets from Heathrow to Swansea start at R 182. The average price for this route is around R 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Heathrow to Swansea?
The average bus journey time from Heathrow to Swansea is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 243 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Heathrow to Swansea route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Heathrow to Swansea?
The earliest bus departs from Heathrow to Swansea at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Heathrow to Swansea?
A bus trip from Heathrow to Swansea produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Heathrow to Swansea?
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 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Heathrow to Swansea?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Heathrow to Swansea?
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 Heathrow to Swansea?
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

13/12

R 517

14/12

R 427

Today

R 416

16/12

R 516

17/12

R 413

18/12

R 447

19/12

R 415

20/12

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The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Swansea was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 413

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

You can expect to pay from R 413 to R 1 357 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Swansea based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 413, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.