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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea University to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £7 - £16 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea University to Cardiff is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea University and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea University to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Swansea University and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea University and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea University to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Swansea University to Cardiff?

The distance between Swansea University and Cardiff is 48 miles. The road distance is 43.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea University to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Swansea University to Cardiff, including transfers.

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

Swansea University to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Swansea University to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea University to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swansea University to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £28 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Swansea University to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swansea University to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea University to Cardiff train arrive?

Swansea University to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea University to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea University to Cardiff is 44 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Swansea University to Cardiff.

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Swansea University to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Swansea University to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 33m
£20–47
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2h 11m
£7–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
1h 44m
£11–27
Drive 43.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea University to Cardiffcar 43.5 mi
52 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea University to Cardifftaxi 43.5 mi
52 min
£190–230
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea University to Port Talbot Parkway 4bus X1
2. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 56m
£15–29

Swansea University to Cardiff by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Swansea University, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 52 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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