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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea University is to bus which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea University is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swansea University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swansea University. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Swansea University Singleton Campus via Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swansea University?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Swansea University. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swansea via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swansea University?

The distance between Cardiff and Swansea University is 48 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea University without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Cardiff to Swansea University, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swansea University?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea University is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea University bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea University bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swansea University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swansea University is 43 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Cardiff to Swansea University.

Where can I stay near Swansea University?

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Cardiff to Swansea University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 25m
£21–44
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
1h 27m
£8–15
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swansea Universitycar 43 mi
52 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Swansea Universitytaxi 43 mi
52 min
£180–230
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
1h 34m
£11–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 4 to Boating Lakebus X1
1h 50m
£16–28

Cardiff to Swansea University by train, foot, and bus

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.1 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £19–40 and the journey takes 53 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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