What is the cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Kings Cross station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from St Pancras International Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kings Cross and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Kings Cross station to Swansea. However, there are services departing from King's Cross St. Pancras station and arriving at Swansea via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Kings Cross to Swansea?

The distance between Kings Cross and Swansea is 193 miles. The road distance is 187.8 miles.

How do I travel from Kings Cross to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Kings Cross to Swansea?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Kings Cross to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Swansea bus from?

Kings Cross to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Kings Cross to Swansea train from?

Kings Cross to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Kings Cross to Swansea?

The best way to get from Kings Cross to Swansea is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £120 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Kings Cross to Swansea bus arrive?

Kings Cross to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Kings Cross to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kings Cross to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Kings Cross to Swansea is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Kings Cross to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Kings Cross to Swansea?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 35m
£87–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
6h 10m
£25–116
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Kings Cross to Swanseacar 186.7 mi
3h 27m
£46–66
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
6h 47m
£36–90

Kings Cross to Swansea by subway and train

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Kings Cross, Greater London, England and Swansea, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand B hourly. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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