What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea is to bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Swansea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Swansea is 154 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea bus from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea train from?

Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea bus arrive?

Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea train arrive?

Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea?

Book your Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
3h 17m
£74–122
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
4h 21m
£16–27
Drive 120.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Swanseacar 120.9 mi
2h 49m
£30–43
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 19m
£80–133
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
4h 49m
£30–85

Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea by foot and train

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Birmingham New Street Station, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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