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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Swansea is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Compasses Inn and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Groe and Brecon Interchange 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Swansea via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Swansea?

The distance between Shropshire and Swansea is 152 miles. The road distance is 106.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Swansea without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Shropshire to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Swansea bus from?

Shropshire to Swansea bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Compasses Inn station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Swansea train from?

Shropshire to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shropshire to Swansea?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Swansea is to train via Newport which takes 3h 38m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Shropshire to Swansea bus arrive?

Shropshire to Swansea bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Groe station.

Where does the Shropshire to Swansea train arrive?

Shropshire to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Swansea is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Shropshire to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 38m
£60–118
Drive 105.7 mi
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1. Drive from Shropshire to Swanseacar 105.7 mi
2h 26m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Compasses Inn to Groebus X48
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus T6
5h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swanseatrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
5h 31m
£47–88

Shropshire to Swansea by bus and train

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Swansea via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Compasses Inn to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Groe and Brecon Interchange 5 in around 5h 52m.

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