What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea is to bus which costs £9 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay to Swansea. However, there are services departing from The Flourish and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swansea. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Swansea is 46 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

The train from Cardiff Central to Swansea takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Swansea bus from?

Cardiff Bay to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Swansea train from?

Cardiff Bay to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea is to train which takes 51 min and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Swansea bus arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Swansea train arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Swansea is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Swansea?

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Cardiff Bay to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Bay to Swansea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
51 min
£15–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X1
2h 54m
£9
Drive 42.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay to Swanseacar 42.7 mi
47 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay to Swanseataxi 42.7 mi
47 min
£180–230

Cardiff Bay to Swansea by train

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Distance: 45.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Bay, Wales and Swansea, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 51 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Flourish to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 in around 2h 54m.

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