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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Swansea is to bus which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Town Hall and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Swansea?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Swansea is 162 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Swansea without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Shaftesbury to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Swansea bus from?

Shaftesbury to Swansea bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Swansea bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Swansea bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Swansea is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Shaftesbury to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Swansea.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
5h 28m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Town Hall to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
7h 55m
£16–51
Bus, train via Newport
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to New Canalbus 29
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
6h 43m
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Swanseacar 118.8 mi
2h 32m
£29–42

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Town Hall, and Bus Station in around 7h 55m.

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