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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Swansea is to bus which costs £24 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £85 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Swansea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Swansea. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Paddington to Swansea?

The distance between Paddington and Swansea is 191 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £85 - £160.

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

The train from London Paddington to Swansea takes 2h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Swansea?

The best way to get from Paddington to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Paddington to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Swansea is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Paddington to Swansea.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paddington to Swansea?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Paddington 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 / ...
2h 52m
£85–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 507 / ...
5h 41m
£25–91
Drive 183.2 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Swanseacar 183.2 mi
3h 21m
£45–65
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940
6h 4m
£33–72

Paddington to Swansea by train

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Distance: 189.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Paddington, 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 £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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