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 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Swansea from Manchester?
You can get to Swansea with just $15 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 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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National Express8h 5m012:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:35 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express8h 0m011:20 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 50m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 20m02:00 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 21m07:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:51 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 21m011:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station3:51 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 5m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:32 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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East Midlands Railway6h 29m010:39 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:08 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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National Express7h 20m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station6:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 50m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 55m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station9:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 15m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 5m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:35 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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East Midlands Railway5h 54m011:39 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:33 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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TransPennine Express5h 54m011:09 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 20m012:00 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express8h 10m01:15 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport9:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 0m09:05 AMManchester AirportManchester Airport4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 3m012:30 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station5:33 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
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FlixBus9h 5m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 55m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 45m012:00 PMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station8:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 58m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:25 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 58m012:30 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station6:28 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 36m07:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:06 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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TransPennine Express5h 54m011:09 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Thursday
Cheapest Trains Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Manchester to Swansea?
You can get to Swansea from Manchester in just 4h 21m 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 Express8h 0m011:20 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express8h 5m012:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:35 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
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Transport for Wales4h 21m07:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:51 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 21m011:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station3:51 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 5m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:32 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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East Midlands Railway6h 29m010:39 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:08 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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National Express6h 20m02:00 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 50m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express6h 50m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express6h 55m02:30 PMManchesterCoach Station9:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 20m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station6:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 15m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
Fastest Buses Sunday
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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East Midlands Railway5h 54m011:39 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:33 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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National Express7h 5m01:30 PMManchesterCoach Station8:35 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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TransPennine Express5h 54m011:09 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 30m09:20 AMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 35m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus8h 50m09:00 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange5:50 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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CrossCountry4h 29m08:03 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:32 PMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales4h 36m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:03 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 3m012:30 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station5:33 PMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 7m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station11:34 AMSwanseaLlansamlet Train Station0Economy
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CrossCountry5h 18m05:11 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station10:29 AMSwanseaCentral Station0Economy
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National Express7h 0m09:05 AMManchester AirportManchester Airport4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 20m012:00 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express8h 10m01:15 PMManchester AirportManchester Airport9:25 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Transport for Wales5h 36m07:30 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station1:06 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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TransPennine Express5h 54m011:09 AMManchesterOxford Road Station5:03 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 58m06:27 AMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station12:25 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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Transport for Wales5h 58m012:30 PMManchesterPiccadilly Train Station6:28 PMSwanseaClarbeston Road Train Station0Economy
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National Express7h 35m08:30 AMManchesterCoach Station4:05 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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National Express7h 50m011:30 AMManchesterCoach Station7:20 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 45m012:00 PMManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station8:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus8h 55m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:35 PMSwanseaUniversity Bay Campus0Economy
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FlixBus9h 5m011:40 AMManchesterShudehill Interchange8:45 PMSwanseaCity Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Trains Thursday
Fastest Buses Thursday
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 Piccadilly Train Station, Victoria 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 8 connections between 6 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 $15 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 4h 21m.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 National Express, FlixBus 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 National Express, FlixBus and Transport for Wales. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus
Train companies: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway and 1 more.
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 8 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 $15 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 4h 21m with a Train from Transport for Wales.
More routes to Manchester and to Swansea
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Manchester and to Swansea. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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