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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Burnley is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Burnley is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Burnley?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Mechanics Institute via Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Burnley?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Burnley. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Swansea to Burnley?

The distance between Swansea and Burnley is 259 miles. The road distance is 202.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Burnley without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Swansea to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Burnley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Burnley train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Burnley?

The best way to get from Swansea to Burnley is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Swansea to Burnley bus arrive?

Swansea to Burnley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Burnley train arrive?

Swansea to Burnley train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Burnley?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Burnley is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Swansea to Burnley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Burnley?

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Burnley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 3m
£77–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
8h 49m
£32–55
Drive 201 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Burnleycar 201 mi
4h 19m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
6h 29m
£77–122

Swansea to Burnley by train

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Burnley Manchester Road via Crewe and Preston in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Mechanics Institute via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 49m.

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