What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC is to bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Birmingham NEC station. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham International Station via Church Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Birmingham NEC?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Birmingham NEC. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Birmingham International via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

The distance between Swansea and Birmingham NEC is 172 miles. The road distance is 138.7 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Birmingham NEC without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Birmingham NEC bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Birmingham NEC train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

The best way to get from Swansea to Birmingham NEC is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Swansea to Birmingham NEC bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Birmingham NEC train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Birmingham NEC is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Swansea to Birmingham NEC.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Birmingham NEC?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 27m
£82–138
Bus via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
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1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
5h 29m
£21–33
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Birmingham NECcar 137.9 mi
2h 27m
£34–49
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 4m
£75–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
5h 42m
£37–82

Swansea to Birmingham NEC by train and foot

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Birmingham NEC, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Birmingham NEC via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Birmingham International in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway once daily. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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