What is the cheapest way to get from Alcester to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Alcester to Swansea is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alcester to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alcester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcester station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Redditch Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Alcester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Alcester to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Redditch and arriving at Swansea via University and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Alcester to Swansea?

The distance between Alcester and Swansea is 173 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

How do I travel from Alcester to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Alcester to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Alcester to Swansea?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Alcester to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Swansea bus from?

Alcester to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Alcester to Swansea train from?

Alcester to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from University station.

Train or bus from Alcester to Swansea?

The best way to get from Alcester to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Alcester to Swansea bus arrive?

Alcester to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Alcester to Swansea train arrive?

Alcester to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Alcester to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcester to Swansea is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Alcester to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1350+ hotels available in Swansea.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alcester to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from University to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 15m
£80–134
Drive 116.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alcester to Swanseacar 116.8 mi
2h 15m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bromsgrove to Herefordtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44 / ...
3. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus T6
7h 37m
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Bromsgrove to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 50m
£57–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
7h 57m
£33–83

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Alcester, Warwickshire, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a bus from Police Station to Swansea via Redditch Bus Station, Redditch, University, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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