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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Swansea is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Swansea via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Bolton to Swansea?

The distance between Bolton and Swansea is 226 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Bolton to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bolton to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Swansea?

The best way to get from Bolton to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Bolton to Swansea bus arrive?

Bolton to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Swansea is 180 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Bolton to Swansea.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Swansea?

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There are 3 ways to get from Bolton to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 31m
£73–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
8h 59m
£29–54
Drive 179.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Swanseacar 179.4 mi
4h
£45–65

Bolton to Swansea by train

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 8h 59m.

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