What is the cheapest way to get from Colchester to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Swansea is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colchester to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £100 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Swansea via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Colchester to Swansea?

The distance between Colchester and Swansea is 247 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

How do I travel from Colchester to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Colchester to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Colchester to Swansea?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Colchester to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swansea bus from?

Colchester to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swansea train from?

Colchester to Swansea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Swansea?

The best way to get from Colchester to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Colchester to Swansea bus arrive?

Colchester to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Swansea train arrive?

Colchester to Swansea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Swansea is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Colchester to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Colchester to Swansea?

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There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 27m
£109–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
7h 50m
£41–74
Drive 246.6 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Swanseacar 246.6 mi
4h 38m
£61–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
9h 54m
£55–96

Colchester to Swansea by train

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Colchester, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Colchester to Swansea via Stratford and London Paddington in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 50m.

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