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

The cheapest way to get from Gelligaer to Swansea is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gelligaer to Swansea is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Gelligaer and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Gelligaer to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Penywrlod and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 and Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Gelligaer and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Gelligaer to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Mynach and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Gelligaer to Swansea?

The distance between Gelligaer and Swansea is 61 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gelligaer to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £21 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Gelligaer to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gelligaer to Swansea bus from?

Gelligaer to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6.

Where do I catch the Gelligaer to Swansea train from?

Gelligaer to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ystrad Mynach station.

Train or bus from Gelligaer to Swansea?

The best way to get from Gelligaer to Swansea is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 151 bus and bus via Kingsway K14, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Gelligaer to Swansea bus arrive?

Gelligaer to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Where does the Gelligaer to Swansea train arrive?

Gelligaer to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Gelligaer to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Gelligaer to Swansea is 40 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Gelligaer to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Swansea.

Gelligaer to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, line 151 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Gelligaer to Swansea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ystrad Mynach to Cardiff Centraltrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 57m
£21–46
Drive 39.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gelligaer to Swanseacar 39.3 mi
54 min
£10–15
Line 151 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 to Queensway Q1bus 151 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
3h 13m
£24–52
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gelligaer to Swanseataxi 39.3 mi
54 min
£170–210
Line 151 bus, bus via Kingsway K14
1. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 to Market Square 15Abus 151 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
4h 13m
£13–22
Line 151 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 to Queensway Q1bus 151 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
4h 14m
£11–17

Gelligaer to Swansea by bus and train

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1h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Gelligaer, Wales and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a bus from Gelligaer Community Centre to Swansea via Ystrad Mynach Station, Ystrad Mynach, and Cardiff Central in around 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penywrlod to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6, Market Square 15A, and Kingsway K14 in around 4h 13m.

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