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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bradford is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Bradford is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Bradford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at 1 Bradford Nelson Street via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Bradford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bradford Interchange via Piccadilly and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Swansea to Bradford?

The distance between Swansea and Bradford is 256 miles. The road distance is 215.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Bradford without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Swansea to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bradford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bradford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Bradford?

The best way to get from Swansea to Bradford is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Swansea to Bradford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Bradford train arrive?

Swansea to Bradford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Bradford is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Swansea to Bradford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Bradford?

Book your Swansea to Bradford bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bradford?

There are 2585+ hotels available in Bradford.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
5h 47m
£103–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to 1 Bradford Nelson Streetbus Uk075
9h 20m
£36–59
Drive 214.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Bradfordcar 214.5 mi
4h 28m
£53–76
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane CWL - LBA
8h 18m
£76–172
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 8m
£138–223

Swansea to Bradford by train and tram

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Distance: 254.6 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Bradford Interchange via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, and Manchester Victoria in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to 1 Bradford Nelson Street via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 9h 20m.

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