Morriston Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Also known as: Ysbyty Treforys, Morriston A&E
Last updated — · sourced from NHS Wales (via aeinfo.nhs.wales)
Typical Time in Department (AE)
No live feed — typical wait
225
minutes · ~ 3 hr 45 min
50.1% seen within 4 hours
Estimate from StatsWales official statistics (June 2026) — not live
About Morriston Hospital
Morriston Hospital is a large teaching hospital in the Morriston area of Swansea, managed by Swansea Bay University Health Board. It is the main hospital for emergency and acute services in the Swansea area, serving a population of around 390,000 people. The Emergency Department sees approximately 90,000 patients per year, making it one of the busiest in Wales. Morriston Hospital is also a regional centre for burns and plastic surgery, cardiac surgery, and renal services. The hospital has over 700 beds and is one of the largest hospitals in Wales.
Hospital details
- City
- Swansea, SA6 6NL
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- NHS Wales (via aeinfo.nhs.wales)
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Departments & Services
Morriston Hospital in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Morriston Hospital
How long is the queue at Morriston Hospital right now?
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What are Morriston Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Morriston Hospital runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.
Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Swansea be faster?
A&E at Morriston Hospital is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.
How do I get to Morriston Hospital?
Morriston Hospital is in Swansea, postcode SA6 6NL. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Morriston Hospital A&E typically quietest?
Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.
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Hereford County Hospital
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