What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Swansea is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from College of Further Education and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via St Margaret's Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Swansea?

The distance between East Midlands and Swansea is 222 miles. The road distance is 186.4 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Swansea?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from East Midlands to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Swansea bus from?

East Midlands to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Swansea train from?

East Midlands to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Melton Mowbray station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Swansea?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the East Midlands to Swansea bus arrive?

East Midlands to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the East Midlands to Swansea train arrive?

East Midlands to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Swansea is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from East Midlands to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1344+ hotels available in Swansea.

East Midlands to Swansea - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4h 56m
£121–194
Drive 185.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Midlands to Swanseacar 185.3 mi
3h 35m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
9h 11m
£51–118
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain
5h 14m
£114–184
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Swanseatrain
6h 27m
£99–179

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Distance: 220.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Swansea via Melton Mowbray, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via College of Further Education, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 11m.

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