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

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Swansea is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Shirley and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Shirley to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Swansea via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Shirley to Swansea?

The distance between Shirley and Swansea is 172 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shirley to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Shirley to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Swansea bus from?

Shirley to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Swansea train from?

Shirley to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Shirley to Swansea?

The best way to get from Shirley to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Shirley to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shirley to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirley to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Swansea is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Shirley to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Swansea.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 15m
£84–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 111 / ...
6h 28m
£32–83
Drive 132 mi
1. Drive from Shirley to Swanseacar 132 mi
2h 26m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thornyfield Road to Park Streetbus 4A
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain
4h 55m
£75–128
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from University to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 49m
£59–118

Shirley to Swansea by bus, train, and foot

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a bus from Thornyfield Road to Swansea via Solihull Station, Solihull, Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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