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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Swansea is to bus via Bristol which costs £16 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Swansea via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Swansea?

The distance between Plymouth and Swansea is 212 miles. The road distance is 186.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Plymouth to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Swansea bus from?

Plymouth to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Swansea train from?

Plymouth to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Swansea?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Plymouth to Swansea bus arrive?

Plymouth to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Swansea train arrive?

Plymouth to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Swansea is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Plymouth to Swansea.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 10m
£95–182
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
6h 30m
£16–48
Drive 185.5 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Swanseacar 185.5 mi
3h 15m
£46–66
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
5h 36m
£91–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Airport to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910
6h 56m
£23–40

Plymouth to Swansea by train

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.1 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Swansea via Bristol Parkway in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Cabot Circus and Bus Station in around 6h 30m.

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