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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Swansea is to rideshare which costs £4 - £10 and takes 1h 46m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Swansea?

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

How far is it from Bristol to Swansea?

The distance between Bristol and Swansea is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £30 - £75.

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

The train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea takes 1h 56m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea train from?

Bristol to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Swansea?

The best way to get from Bristol to Swansea is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £40 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Bristol to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Swansea?

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

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

Book your Bristol to Swansea train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Swansea bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1344+ hotels available in Swansea.

Can I share a ride from Bristol to Swansea?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Swansea by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
1h 56m
£30–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Swansearideshare 78.5 mi
1h 46m
£4–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
2h 25m
£10–40
Train via Bristol Parkway
1. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 3m
£37–75
Drive 78.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Swanseacar 78.4 mi
1h 30m
£20–28

Bristol to Swansea by train

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swansea 3 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 6 times a week. 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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