What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Swansea University?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Swansea University is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Swansea University?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Swansea University is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Swansea University?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Swansea University. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Boating Lake via Hanover Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Swansea University?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Swansea University. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swansea via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Swansea University?

The distance between Preston and Swansea University is 238 miles. The road distance is 196.1 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Swansea University without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Swansea University without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Swansea University?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Preston to Swansea University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swansea University bus from?

Preston to Swansea University bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swansea University train from?

Preston to Swansea University train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Swansea University?

The best way to get from Preston to Swansea University is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Preston to Swansea University bus arrive?

Preston to Swansea University bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Swansea University train arrive?

Preston to Swansea University train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Swansea University?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Swansea University is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Preston to Swansea University.

Where can I stay near Swansea University?

There are 1343+ hotels available in Swansea University.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 46m
£83–162
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
9h 3m
£35–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 20m
£52–116
Drive 195 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Swansea Universitycar 195 mi
4h 6m
£48–69

Preston to Swansea University by train, foot, and bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.9 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Swansea University, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Swansea University via Crewe, Swansea, Swansea Bus Station Stand W, and Swansea University Singleton Campus in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Swansea University via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Swansea Bus Station Stand S, and Boating Lake in around 8h 20m.

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