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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Swansea is to train and bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Maidstone, Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place and Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Swansea via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Kent to Swansea?

The distance between Kent and Swansea is 260 miles. The road distance is 231.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Swansea without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 49m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kent to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Swansea bus from?

Kent to Swansea bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Maidstone station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Swansea train from?

Kent to Swansea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Kent to Swansea?

The best way to get from Kent to Swansea is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 49m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Kent to Swansea bus arrive?

Kent to Swansea bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at London Stonebridge station.

Where does the Kent to Swansea train arrive?

Kent to Swansea train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Swansea is 231 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Kent to Swansea.

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

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 49m
£120–231
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
7h 37m
£44–79
Drive 229.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Swanseacar 229.9 mi
3h 57m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 17m
£113–217
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridgebus
2. Take the bus from Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus W14
8h 42m

Kent to Swansea by train and subway

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Distance: 258.4 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Swansea via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via King Street, Maidstone, London Stonebridge, Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place, and Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way in around 8h 42m.

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