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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Swansea is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Swansea via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Guildford to Swansea?

The distance between Guildford and Swansea is 181 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Guildford to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Swansea bus from?

Guildford to Swansea bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Swansea train from?

Guildford to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Swansea?

The best way to get from Guildford to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Guildford to Swansea bus arrive?

Guildford to Swansea bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Swansea train arrive?

Guildford to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Swansea is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Guildford to Swansea.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Guildford to Swansea?

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There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£82–162
Drive 171.5 mi
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1. Drive from Guildford to Swanseacar 171.5 mi
3h 8m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
6h 6m
Bus via Swansea City Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
7h 5m

Guildford to Swansea by train

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Swansea via Reading in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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