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 via Cardiff North Road which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 39m.

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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Swansea University Singleton Campus via Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

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 £21 - £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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 £21 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea University bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swansea University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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
£21–42
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
1h 39m
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
1h 34m
£11–22
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
£100–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4 to Boating Lakebus X1
2h 16m
£16–30

Cardiff to Swansea University by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 48 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 £20–40 and the journey takes 52 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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