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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Burnley is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 19m.

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 £50 - £75.

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 Cardiff Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Swansea to Burnley?

The distance between Swansea and Burnley is 241 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 and bus which takes 5h 51m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Swansea to Burnley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Burnley train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Burnley train arrive?

Swansea to Burnley train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central 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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Where can I stay near Burnley?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Burnley.

Swansea to Burnley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Burnley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Mechanics Institutebus X43
5h 51m
£88–142
Drive 201 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Burnleycar 201 mi
4h 19m
£50–73
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
6h 35m
£84–170

Swansea to Burnley by train, tram, and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.4 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Burnley Manchester Road via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 6h 35m.

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