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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Swansea is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 10h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Swansea via Manningtree, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Harwich to Swansea?

The distance between Harwich and Swansea is 266 miles. The road distance is 266.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Harwich to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Swansea bus from?

Harwich to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Swansea train from?

Harwich to Swansea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Swansea?

The best way to get from Harwich to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 10h 21m.

Where does the Harwich to Swansea bus arrive?

Harwich to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Harwich to Swansea train arrive?

Harwich to Swansea train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Harwich to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Swansea is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Harwich to Swansea.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 19m
£122–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
10h 21m
£49–128
Drive 265.2 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Swanseacar 265.2 mi
4h 55m
£65–93
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
10h 33m
£349–696
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
10h 30m
£54–104

Harwich to Swansea by train

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Distance: 264.5 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Swansea via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 21m.

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