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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Accrington is to bus via Birmingham which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Accrington is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Warner Street via Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Accrington via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Swansea to Accrington?

The distance between Swansea and Accrington is 239 miles. The road distance is 199.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Accrington without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Swansea to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Accrington bus from?

Swansea to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Accrington?

The best way to get from Swansea to Accrington is to bus via Birmingham which takes 8h and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Accrington bus arrive?

Swansea to Accrington bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Swansea to Accrington train arrive?

Swansea to Accrington train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Accrington is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Swansea to Accrington.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Accrington?

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Swansea to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Accrington by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
5h 56m
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h
£28–46
Drive 198 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Accringtoncar 198 mi
4h 12m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
6h 35m
£88–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
8h 2m
£45–106

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Distance: 237.8 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Warner Street via Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swansea to Accrington via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 6h 35m.

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