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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bakewell is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Bakewell is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Matlock via Bristol Parkway and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Swansea to Bakewell?

The distance between Swansea and Bakewell is 229 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Bakewell without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Swansea to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bakewell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bakewell train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Swansea to Bakewell is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Swansea to Bakewell bus arrive?

Swansea to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swansea to Bakewell train arrive?

Swansea to Bakewell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Bakewell is 173 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Swansea to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2720+ hotels available in Bakewell.

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 29m
£113–181
Drive 171.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Bakewellcar 171.6 mi
4h 7m
£42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Matlock Streetbus 6.1
7h 49m
£47–77
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Stockporttrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 10m
£98–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
9h 11m
£47–113

Swansea to Bakewell by train and bus

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6h 29mAverage Duration

£113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Matlock Street via Bristol Parkway, Derby, Matlock, and Interchange in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3 in around 9h 11m.

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