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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea is to bus and train which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Turf Square and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Port Talbot Parkway 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Swansea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Swansea?

The distance between Caernarfon and Swansea is 169 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 2m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Caernarfon to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Swansea bus from?

Caernarfon to Swansea bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Turf Square station.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Swansea train from?

Caernarfon to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Swansea?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Swansea is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Swansea bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Swansea bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Caernarfon to Swansea train arrive?

Caernarfon to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Swansea is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Caernarfon to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Swansea.

Caernarfon to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Swansea by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swanseatrain
7h 2m
£26–43
Train
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
7h 6m
£87–161
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Swanseacar 140 mi
3h 31m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Port Talbot Parkway 6bus T1c
8h 24m

Caernarfon to Swansea by bus and train

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Swansea via Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Railway Station H, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Turf Square to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Port Talbot Parkway 6 in around 8h 24m.

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