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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Swansea is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Swansea via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Swansea?

The distance between Blackburn and Swansea is 240 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Blackburn to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Swansea bus from?

Blackburn to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Swansea train from?

Blackburn to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Swansea?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Swansea is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Blackburn to Swansea bus arrive?

Blackburn to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Blackburn to Swansea train arrive?

Blackburn to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Swansea is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Blackburn to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackburn to Swansea?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 13m
£96–170
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
8h 28m
£38–64
Drive 196.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Swanseacar 196.3 mi
4h 10m
£48–69
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 16m
£84–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 34m
£43–103

Blackburn to Swansea by train and tram

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Distance: 238.7 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackburn to Swansea City Bus Station via Manchester Victoria, Shudehill Interchange, and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 8h 28m.

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