What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Port Tennant Road via Elba Crescent Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

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 to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

The distance between Cardiff and SA1 Swansea Waterfront is 47 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront bus from?

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront train from?

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

The best way to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Elba Crescent Car Park, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront bus arrive?

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea University station.

Where does the Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront train arrive?

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront is 41 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront.

Where can I stay near SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

There are 1342+ hotels available in SA1 Swansea Waterfront.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and SA1 Swansea Waterfront. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 12m
£18–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Swansearideshare 40.9 mi
1h 27m
£4–5
Bus via Elba Crescent Car Park
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea Universitybus Uk940 / ...
1h 27m
£8–11
Drive 40.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfrontcar 40.5 mi
47 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfronttaxi 40.5 mi
47 min
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
1h 28m
£11–22

Cardiff to SA1 Swansea Waterfront by bus and foot

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Distance: 46.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and SA1 Swansea Waterfront, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 51 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea University hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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