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

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Swansea is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Margate to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Swansea via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Margate to Swansea?

The distance between Margate and Swansea is 285 miles. The road distance is 263.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Margate to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Margate to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Swansea bus from?

Margate to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Swansea train from?

Margate to Swansea train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Swansea?

The best way to get from Margate to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h.

Where does the Margate to Swansea bus arrive?

Margate to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Margate to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Margate to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Swansea is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Margate to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 3m
£129–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
9h
£34–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
8h 20m
£78–127
Drive 262 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Swanseacar 262 mi
4h 30m
£66–95
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Margate to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
3. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain
8h 33m
£340–1,220

Margate to Swansea by train and subway

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Distance: 283.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Margate to Swansea via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h.

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