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

The cheapest way to get from Leigh to Swansea is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leigh to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Leigh and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Leigh station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Leigh Bus Station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Leigh and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Leigh to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Swansea via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Leigh to Swansea?

The distance between Leigh and Swansea is 233 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leigh to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Leigh to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Swansea bus from?

Leigh to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Leigh to Swansea train from?

Leigh to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Leigh to Swansea?

The best way to get from Leigh to Swansea is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Leigh to Swansea bus arrive?

Leigh to Swansea bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Leigh to Swansea train arrive?

Leigh to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Leigh to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Leigh to Swansea is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Leigh to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Swansea.

Leigh to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 15m
£72–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
9h 14m
£32–55
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Leigh to Swanseacar 171.4 mi
3h 45m
£43–61
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 37m
£76–125

Leigh to Swansea by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 232 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Leigh, Wigan, England and Swansea, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leigh Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Station via Manchester Town Hall, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bristol Bus Station in around 9h 14m.

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