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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Swansea is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 10h.

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 Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

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 9m.

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 9m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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 9m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Blackpool to Swansea bus arrive?

Blackpool to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool to Swansea?

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Blackpool to Swansea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Blackpool to Swansea by train, bus, car, or 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 9m
£74–137
Bus
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
£33–50
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
9h 35m
£44–85
Drive 207.2 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Swanseacar 207.2 mi
4h 30m
£52–75
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
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
13h 12m
£108–228
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
£86–149
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
8h 49m
£108–214

Blackpool to Swansea by train

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Distance: 251.5 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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