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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Swansea is to bus which costs £65 - £160 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Swansea is to fly and train which takes 5h 38m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Swansea via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Durham to Swansea?

The distance between Durham and Swansea is 370 miles. The road distance is 294.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £190 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Durham to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Swansea bus from?

Durham to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Swansea train from?

Durham to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Swansea?

The best way to get from Durham to Swansea is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs £190 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Durham to Swansea bus arrive?

Durham to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Durham to Swansea train arrive?

Durham to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Durham to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Swansea is 295 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Durham to Swansea.

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

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Durham to Swansea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 22m
£194–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
9h 52m
£65–158
Drive 292.9 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Swanseacar 292.9 mi
6h 4m
£72–103
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
5h 38m
£73–172
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h 17m
£133–232
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain
6h 48m
£147–449
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
7h 13m
£133–307
Fly Newcastle to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
7h 24m
£180–389
Fly Newcastle to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
7h 38m
£164–357

Durham to Swansea by train

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Distance: 367.6 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Swansea via Bristol Parkway in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens in around 9h 52m.

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