What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swansea bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swansea bus Station?

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 Swansea bus Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Swansea bus Station is 46 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

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

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

Cardiff to Swansea bus Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swansea bus Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £20 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea bus Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Swansea bus Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swansea bus Station is 42 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

Book your Cardiff to Swansea bus Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Swansea bus Station?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Swansea bus Station.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station?

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

Cardiff to Swansea bus Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Swansea bus Station 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 6m
£18–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Swansearideshare 40.9 mi
1h 12m
£4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
1h 15m
£5–20
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swansea bus Stationcar 41.7 mi
49 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Swansea bus Stationtaxi 41.7 mi
49 min
£95–120

Cardiff to Swansea bus Station by train and foot

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.2 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swansea bus Station, 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, 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. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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