How to get from Swansea to Glasgow

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Glasgow from Swansea. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 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
10h 12m
£55
£115
4
Train
7h 44m
£60
£140
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Glasgow from Swansea?

You can reach Glasgow with just £55 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £60
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from £55
Sunday
Monday

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport for Wales
    9h 34m
    0
    05:43
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60
  • Transport for Wales
    7h 48m
    0
    07:29
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60
  • Transport for Wales
    8h 19m
    0
    05:43
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:02
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8h 42m
    0
    05:57
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:39
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 20m
    0
    05:57
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    19h 10m
    0
    11:00
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:10
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • FlixBus
    19h 0m
    0
    11:10
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:10
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • Transport for Wales
    11h 37m
    0
    05:05
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    16:42
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £155
  • Transport for Wales
    10h 12m
    0
    05:05
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £194

    • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    9h 38m
    0
    05:39
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £121
  • Transport for Wales
    7h 44m
    0
    07:33
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £121
  • Transport for Wales
    8h 23m
    0
    05:39
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:02
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 15m
    0
    05:52
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Glasgow?

You can get to Glasgow from Swansea in just 7h 44m with a Train from Transport for Wales. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 7h 48m
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
from 7h 44m
Sunday
Monday

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Transport for Wales
    7h 48m
    0
    07:29
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60
  • Transport for Wales
    8h 19m
    0
    05:43
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:02
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8h 42m
    0
    05:57
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:39
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 20m
    0
    05:57
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180
  • Transport for Wales
    9h 34m
    0
    05:43
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    7h 44m
    0
    07:33
    Swansea
    Llansamlet Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £121
  • Transport for Wales
    8h 23m
    0
    05:39
    Swansea
    Central Station
    14:02
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £180
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    9h 15m
    0
    05:52
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:07
    Glasgow
    Queen Street Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £180
  • Transport for Wales
    9h 38m
    0
    05:39
    Swansea
    Central Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £121

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    10h 12m
    0
    05:05
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    15:17
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £194
  • Transport for Wales
    11h 37m
    0
    05:05
    Swansea
    Clarbeston Road Train Station
    16:42
    Glasgow
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    £155
  • FlixBus
    19h 0m
    0
    11:10
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:10
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
  • FlixBus
    19h 10m
    0
    11:00
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:10
    Glasgow
    Buchanan Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Glasgow

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Glasgow?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, City Bus Station or Quadrant Bus Station, while in Glasgow you will be arriving at Buchanan Bus Station, Central Station or Queen Street 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 Glasgow from Swansea? With 6 connections between 3 Train and Bus 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 Glasgow, you can pay as low as £55 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 Glasgow in just 7h 44m.

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 Glasgow are Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and FlixBus, 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 Glasgow 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 Bishopbriggs, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Glasgow 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 Glasgow?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus and Transport for Wales

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Glasgow. 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 Glasgow

How can I reach Glasgow from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Glasgow from Swansea.

How far is Glasgow from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Glasgow is 472.2 km.

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

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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 80 kgs, and a flight 116 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Swansea to Glasgow?

You can get to Glasgow with just £55 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Glasgow in just 7h 44m with a Train from Transport for Wales.

More routes to Swansea and to Glasgow

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