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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Swansea is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Buxton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Buxton to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Terrace Road and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Mersey Square, Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Swansea via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Buxton to Swansea?

The distance between Buxton and Swansea is 228 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Buxton to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Swansea bus from?

Buxton to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Swansea train from?

Buxton to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Buxton to Swansea?

The best way to get from Buxton to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Buxton to Swansea bus arrive?

Buxton to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Buxton to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buxton to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Swansea is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Buxton to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 50m
£87–153
Drive 167 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buxton to Swanseacar 167 mi
3h 54m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 46m
£51–113
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
8h 31m
£69–268
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 5m
£121–196

Buxton to Swansea by train

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Distance: 226.8 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Stockport to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Stockport Interchange, Mersey Square, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 8h 46m.

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