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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Swansea is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Swansea via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Burnley to Swansea?

The distance between Burnley and Swansea is 259 miles. The road distance is 202.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Burnley to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Swansea bus from?

Burnley to Swansea bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Swansea train from?

Burnley to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Swansea?

The best way to get from Burnley to Swansea is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Burnley to Swansea bus arrive?

Burnley to Swansea bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Swansea train arrive?

Burnley to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Swansea is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Burnley to Swansea.

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

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Train
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 24m
£88–176
Drive 200.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Swanseacar 200.9 mi
4h 19m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 17m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 42m
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
8h 53m

Burnley to Swansea by train

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Swansea via Preston and Crewe in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 8h 17m.

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