Rome2Rio

How to get fromDublin to Swanseaby plane, train, ferry, car ferry, car, or bus

Find Transport to Swansea

See all options

There are 9 ways to get from Dublin to Swansea by plane, train, ferry, car ferry, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Cardiff Airport, train

    best
    1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane plane DUB - CWL
    2. Take the train from Barry to Bridgendtrain train
    3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain train
    5h 56m
    £39–213

  2. Train, ferry via Fishguard

    1. Take the train from Dublin Pearse to Rosslare Europorttrain train Ic
    2. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Fishguard Harbourferry ferry 0
    3. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to Swanseatrain train
    10h 12m
    £63–97

  3. Car ferry, drive

    1. Take the carferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Isle of Man Douglascarferry car ferry
    2. Take the carferry from Isle of Man Douglas to Liverpoolcarferry car ferry
    3. Drive from Liverpool to Swanseacar car
    10h 25m
    £63–350

  4. Bus, ferry, train

    1. Take the bus from Leeson Street Upr to Wexford Stnbus bus 740
    2. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Pembroke Dockferry ferry
    3. Take the train from Pembroke Dock to Swanseatrain train
    11h 53m
    £119–274

  5. Fly to Bristol Airport, train

    1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane plane DUB - BRS
    2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain train
    6h 13m
    £53–187

  6. Fly to Liverpool, train

    1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)plane plane DUB - LPL
    2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain train
    3. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain train
    7h 50m
    £93–246

  7. Fly to Birmingham Airport, train

    1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane plane DUB - BHX
    2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
    3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain train
    7h 28m
    £86–231

  8. Fly to Manchester Airport, train

    1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane plane DUB - MAN
    2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Swanseatrain train
    9h 4m
    £87–232

  9. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Dublin Pearse to Rosslare Europorttrain train Ic
    2. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Pembroke Dockferry ferry
    3. Take the train from Pembroke Dock to Swanseatrain train
    11h 11m
    £106–257

Dublin to Swansea by train, foot, and ferry

Calendar22Weekly Services
Duration10h 12mAverage Duration
Ticket£63Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Dublin to Swansea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 244.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Swansea, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Swansea. However, you can take the bus to Terminal 1 Zone 2, walk to Dublin Airport (DUB) airport, fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL), walk to Cardiff Airport, take the line 304 bus to Barry Hotel, walk to Barry, take the train to Bridgend, then take the train to Swansea. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dublin Pearse to Swansea via Rosslare Europort, Rosslare Harbour, Fishguard Harbour, and Fishguard Harbour in around 10h 12m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides