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 £45 - £130 and takes 8h 3m.

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 31m and costs £110 - £230.

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 8h 3m.

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 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Swansea?

The distance between Colchester and Swansea is 247 miles. The road distance is 247.5 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 31m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m 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 31m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 3m.

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 35m to drive from Colchester to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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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 31m
£114–224
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 / ...
8h 3m
£46–125
Drive 246.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Swanseacar 246.1 mi
4h 35m
£60–87
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
12h 45m
£82–248
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 57m
£52–101
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
8h 20m
£90–243
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
9h 42m
£341–678

Colchester to Swansea by train

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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 31m. 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 8h 3m.

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