What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig is to bus via Carmarthen which costs £25 - £29 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Capel Curig?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Capel Curig. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Swansea to Capel Curig?

The distance between Swansea and Capel Curig is 270 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Capel Curig without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig without a car is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Capel Curig?

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Swansea to Capel Curig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Capel Curig bus from?

Swansea to Capel Curig bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Capel Curig train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Capel Curig?

The best way to get from Swansea to Capel Curig is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Swansea to Capel Curig bus arrive?

Swansea to Capel Curig bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Swansea to Capel Curig train arrive?

Swansea to Capel Curig train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Capel Curig?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Capel Curig is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Swansea to Capel Curig.

Where can I stay near Capel Curig?

There are 2064+ hotels available in Capel Curig.

Swansea to Capel Curig - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Capel Curig?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Capel Curig. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Llugwy Terrace via Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand C and Pen-y-pass YHA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 58m
£100–191
Bus via Carmarthen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
11h 4m
£25–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
10h 31m
Drive 136.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Capel Curigcar 136.5 mi
3h 28m
£34–49

Swansea to Capel Curig by train and bus

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Distance: 268.8 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Capel Curig, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Capel Curig via Cardiff Central, Bangor (Gwynedd), and Bangor station in around 7h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Llugwy Terrace via Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand C, and Pen-y-pass YHA in around 10h 31m.

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