What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea is to rideshare which costs £4 - £10 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Swansea. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea is 84 miles. The road distance is 79 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea bus from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea train from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea is to train via Cardiff which takes 1h 51m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £45 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea bus arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea train arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Can I share a ride from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bristol Temple Meads and Swansea. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 51m
£33–72
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Swansearideshare 78.5 mi
2h 2m
£4–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
2h 59m
£12–43
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
1h 56m
£30–75
Drive 78.6 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Swanseacar 78.6 mi
1h 30m
£19–28

Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea by train

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 25m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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