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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Swansea is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 6h 3m.

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 44m and costs £65 - £170.

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 28m.

How far is it from Durham to Swansea?

The distance between Durham and Swansea is 370 miles. The road distance is 294.4 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 28m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Durham to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Swansea train from?

Durham to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham 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 294 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Durham to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Durham to Swansea - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Durham to Swansea by train, car, plane, or bus

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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 28m
£159–248
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
5h 44m
£69–167
Drive 292.7 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Swanseacar 292.7 mi
6h 3m
£73–106
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h 23m
£111–187
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
8h 26m
£87–148
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 44m
£144–449
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 19m
£123–281
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 28m
£166–362

Durham to Swansea by train

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Distance: 367.6 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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 28m.

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