What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle is to bus and line 26 bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at The Piccadilly via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

The distance between Swansea and Caerphilly Castle is 54 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Caerphilly Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Caerphilly Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

The best way to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 26 bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Swansea to Caerphilly Castle bus arrive?

Swansea to Caerphilly Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Caerphilly Castle train arrive?

Swansea to Caerphilly Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Caerphilly Castle is 43 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly Castle?

There are 1853+ hotels available in Caerphilly Castle.

Swansea to Caerphilly Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 26 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Caerphillytrain Penarth - Caerphilly / ...
1h 32m
£18–40
Bus, line 26 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to The Piccadillybus 26
2h 45m
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Caerphillytrain Bridgend - Rhymney
3h 47m
£15–22
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Caerphilly Castlecar 42.6 mi
50 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Caerphilly Castletaxi 42.6 mi
50 min
£180–230

Swansea to Caerphilly Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 53.8 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Caerphilly Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Caerphilly Castle via Cardiff Central and Caerphilly in around 1h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Caerphilly Castle via Cardiff North Road, Greyfriars Road GJ, and The Piccadilly in around 2h 45m.

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