What is the best way to travel from Manchester to Swansea?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Swansea from Manchester. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Swansea from Manchester?
You can get to Swansea with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus8h 55m08:50 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
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FlixBus8h 40m08:50 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:30 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
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FlixBus8h 35m09:10 AMManchesterMoss Lane East Station5:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 9:10:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express6h 55m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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National Express6h 50m01:15 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 1:15:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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FlixBus8h 35m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:35 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 6:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus8h 45m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
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National Express6h 55m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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National Express7h 25m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express7h 15m03:05 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 3:05:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express7h 50m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
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FlixBus9h 25m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange9:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:40:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus11h 30m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:30 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
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FlixBus9h 15m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:55 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:40:00 AM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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Transport for Wales5h 59m06:26 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:25 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 6:26:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 59m
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Transport for Wales5h 39m07:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:06 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 7:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 1:06:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 39m
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Transport for Wales5h 38m09:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station3:05 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 9:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 38m
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Transport for Wales5h 36m011:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 5:03:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 36m
Cheapest Buses Friday
Cheapest Trains Friday
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FlixBus8h 45m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:10 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 6:10:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/10/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus8h 35m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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National Express7h 20m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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National Express6h 55m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express7h 10m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:40 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 1:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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National Express7h 50m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
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National Express6h 40m02:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:40 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 2:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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FlixBus9h 25m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange9:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 11:40:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus7h 45m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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National Express7h 20m012:45 PMManchesterCoach Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 12:45:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus7h 45m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:35 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus7h 25m06:20 PMManchesterMoss Lane East Station1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:20:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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National Express6h 50m01:15 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 1:15:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Swansea?
You can get to Swansea from Manchester in just 5h 36m with a Train from Transport for Wales. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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National Express6h 50m01:15 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 1:15:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
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National Express6h 55m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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FlixBus8h 35m09:10 AMManchesterMoss Lane East Station5:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 9:10:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus8h 40m08:50 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:30 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
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FlixBus8h 55m08:50 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/6/2025 8:50:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/6/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 55m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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National Express6h 55m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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National Express7h 25m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station9:55 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:35 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 6:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus8h 35m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus8h 45m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/7/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/7/2025 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Transport for Wales5h 36m011:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 5:03:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 36m
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Transport for Wales5h 38m09:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station3:05 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 9:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 3:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 38m
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Transport for Wales5h 39m07:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:06 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 7:27:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 1:06:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 39m
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Transport for Wales5h 59m06:26 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:25 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Piccadilly Train Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 6:26:00 AM to Clarbeston Road Train Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 59m
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National Express7h 15m03:05 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 3:05:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
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National Express7h 50m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
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FlixBus9h 15m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:55 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:40:00 AM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 15m
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FlixBus9h 25m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange9:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 11:40:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/8/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
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FlixBus11h 30m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:30 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/8/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
Fastest Trains Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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National Express6h 55m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 8:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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National Express7h 20m03:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:10 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 6:10:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/10/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus8h 35m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
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FlixBus8h 45m03:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange11:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/9/2025 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 45m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express6h 40m02:00 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:40 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 2:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
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National Express7h 10m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:40 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 1:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m
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FlixBus7h 45m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
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National Express7h 50m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station10:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 2:30:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 10:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
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FlixBus9h 25m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange9:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/11/2025 11:40:00 AM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/11/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m
Fastest Buses Monday
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National Express6h 50m01:15 PMManchester AirportAirport Bus Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 1:15:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
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National Express7h 20m012:45 PMManchesterCoach Station8:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 12:45:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
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FlixBus7h 25m06:20 PMManchesterMoss Lane East Station1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:20:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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FlixBus7h 35m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:35 AMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:00:00 PM to University Bay Campus, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
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FlixBus7h 45m06:00 PMManchesterShudehill Interchange1:45 AMSwanseaCity Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 6:00:00 PM to City Bus Station, Swansea (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/13/2025 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 45m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Manchester to Swansea
What are the most popular stations in Manchester and Swansea?
In Manchester, you will usually depart from Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, while in Swansea you will be arriving at Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Swansea from Manchester? With 5 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Manchester and Swansea, you can pay as low as $23 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Transport for Wales: you will get to Swansea in just 5h 36m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Manchester and Swansea are FlixBus, National Express and Transport for Wales, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Manchester and Swansea is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Salford or to Skewen, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Swansea Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Manchester to Swansea?
The most popular companies between Manchester and Swansea, are FlixBus, National Express and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and National Express
Train companies: Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Manchester to Swansea
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Manchester to Swansea. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Manchester to Swansea
How can I reach Swansea from Manchester?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Swansea from Manchester.
How far is Swansea from Manchester?
The distance between Manchester and Swansea is 147.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Manchester and Swansea?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 40 kgs, and a flight 58 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Manchester to Swansea?
You can get to Swansea with just $23 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Swansea?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Swansea in just 5h 36m with a Train from Transport for Wales.
More routes to Manchester and to Swansea
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