What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Swansea bus Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Swansea bus Station station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Swansea bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reading and arriving at Swansea. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

The distance between Reading and Swansea bus Station is 156 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Swansea bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

The train from Reading to Swansea takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Reading to Swansea bus Station bus from?

Reading to Swansea bus Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Swansea bus Station train from?

Reading to Swansea bus Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

The best way to get from Reading to Swansea bus Station is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Reading to Swansea bus Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reading to Swansea bus Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Swansea bus Station is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Reading to Swansea bus Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Swansea bus Station?

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Where can I stay near Swansea bus Station?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 30m
£65–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
4h 51m
£30–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
3h 44m
£50–93
Drive 145.3 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Swansea bus Stationcar 145.3 mi
2h 37m
£36–51

Reading to Swansea bus Station by train and foot

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Swansea bus Station, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Swansea hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Swansea Bus Station Stand B twice daily. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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