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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ashford is to bus and train via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £50 - £90 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ashford is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £110 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Ashford International via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ashford?

The distance between Swansea and Ashford is 250 miles. The road distance is 242.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Ashford without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 1m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Swansea to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ashford train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Ashford train arrive?

Swansea to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ashford is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Swansea to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1640+ hotels available in Ashford.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 1m
£112–200
Bus, train via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
8h 13m
£53–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
6h 33m
£60–107
Drive 241.1 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Ashfordcar 241.1 mi
4h 7m
£60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 45m
£112–200

Swansea to Ashford by train and subway

122Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 248.4 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Ashford International via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 1m.

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