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What is the best way to travel from Swansea to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Manchester from Swansea. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 55m
$18
$31
24
Train
4h 30m
$71
$126
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Swansea?

You can get to Manchester with just $18 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.

today
from $29
tomorrow
from $36
Friday
from $23
Saturday
from $34
Sunday
from $18
Monday
from $19
Tuesday
from $20

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:30 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $33
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    4:05 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • Cheapest Trains tomorrow

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 43m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $71
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 29m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 34m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 1m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    4:05 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    11:15 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    7:35 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 43m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 29m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 34m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 1m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    10:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    7:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:20 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 30m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $71
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 27m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 30m
    0
    5:29 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 2m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    2:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 35m
    0
    3:38 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 30m
    0
    5:29 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 2m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Swansea in just 4h 30m 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.

today
from 7h 25m
tomorrow
from 4h 34m
Friday
from 4h 34m
Saturday
from 7h 0m
Sunday
from 6h 55m
Monday
from 4h 30m
Tuesday
from 4h 30m

    Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $33
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:30 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    8:10 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

    Fastest Trains tomorrow

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 34m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 43m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $71
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 1m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 29m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    3:45 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    4:05 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 34m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 43m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $80
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 1m
    0
    5:58 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 29m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:15 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $140
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    7:35 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    11:15 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    8h 35m
    0
    4:05 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $24
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    7h 0m
    0
    12:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    7:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $36
  • FlixBus
    11h 40m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    10:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $34

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 55m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • National Express
    7h 5m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    11:10 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    7h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:20 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $23
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18
  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $18

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 30m
    0
    5:43 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from $71
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 30m
    0
    5:29 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 2m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 27m
    0
    3:46 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:40 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    7h 50m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    4:25 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    3:30 PM
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    15h 30m
    0
    3:20 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    6:50 AM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 30m
    0
    5:29 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 2m
    0
    5:57 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    10:59 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 35m
    0
    3:38 AM
    Swansea
    Central Station
    9:13 AM
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from $139
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  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    2:20 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:15 PM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $46
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:20 PM
    Manchester
    Manchester (Moss Lane East) Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    3:55 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    12:40 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    5:50 PM
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $20
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Manchester?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Piccadilly Station, Victoria Station or Shudehill Interchange, 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 Manchester from Swansea? With 7 connections between 4 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 Swansea and Manchester, you can pay as low as $18 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 Manchester in just 4h 30m.

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 Swansea and Manchester are FlixBus, National Express and Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 Swansea and Manchester 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 Skewen or to Salford, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Liverpool 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 Swansea to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Swansea and Manchester, are FlixBus, National Express and Great Western Railway (GWR). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and National Express

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales

All you need to know when you travel from Swansea to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Swansea to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Manchester from Swansea.

How far is Manchester from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Manchester is 147.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Swansea and Manchester?

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 Swansea to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just $18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Manchester?

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 Manchester in just 4h 30m with a Train from Transport for Wales.

More routes to Swansea and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Swansea and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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