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

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

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 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 5m.

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 5m and costs £120 - £240.

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

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

Where do I catch the Margate to Swansea train from?

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

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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Margate to Swansea - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Margate to Swansea by train or car

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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 5m
£124–233
Drive 262 mi
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1. Drive from Margate to Swanseacar 262 mi
4h 30m
£66–95
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Margate to Rainham (Kent)train
2. Take the train from Rainham (Kent) to Abbey Wood (London)train
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
6h 42m
£130–243

Margate to Swansea by train and subway

148Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£124Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.2 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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 5m.

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