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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Swansea is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Swansea via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Swansea?

The distance between Blackpool and Swansea is 253 miles. The road distance is 208.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Swansea without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 8m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Blackpool to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Swansea bus from?

Blackpool to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Swansea train from?

Blackpool to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Swansea?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Swansea is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 8m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Blackpool to Swansea bus arrive?

Blackpool to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Swansea train arrive?

Blackpool to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Swansea is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Blackpool to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Blackpool to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 8m
£84–160
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
10h 20m
£31–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
9h 40m
£56–143
Drive 207.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Swanseacar 207.2 mi
4h 30m
£52–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
9h 29m
£119–273
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 31m
£99–171

Blackpool to Swansea by train

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6h 8mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Swansea via Preston and Crewe in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 40m.

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