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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Swansea is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Swansea?

The distance between Portsmouth and Swansea is 186 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Portsmouth to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Swansea bus from?

Portsmouth to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Swansea train from?

Portsmouth to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Swansea?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Swansea bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Swansea is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Portsmouth to Swansea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 27m
£81–157
Drive 167.3 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Swanseacar 167.3 mi
3h 33m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
6h 40m
£48–115
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
5h 43m
£63–119

Portsmouth to Swansea by train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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