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 29m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stapleton Road and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Bristol to Swansea?

The distance between Bristol and Swansea is 82 miles. The road distance is 78.6 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 47m and costs £27 - £45.

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

The train from Stapleton Road to Swansea takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Swansea train from?

Bristol to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stapleton Road station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Swansea?

The best way to get from Bristol to Swansea is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £23 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Bristol to Swansea bus arrive?

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

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 29m 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 1306+ 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.

Bristol to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bristol to Swansea by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stapleton Road to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
1h 47m
£27–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Swansearideshare 78.5 mi
1h 46m
£4–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2h 40m
£10–23
Train via Bristol Parkway
1. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 9m
£32–64
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3h 11m
£14–24
Drive 78.2 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Swanseacar 78.2 mi
1h 29m
£20–28

Bristol to Swansea by train

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Distance: 81.6 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Stapleton Road to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–16 and the journey takes 2h 40m. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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