What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swansea City Bus Station station and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The distance between Swansea and Cardiff University is 46 miles. The road distance is 42.9 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The train from Swansea to Cardiff Central takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Swansea to Cardiff University is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Sophia Gardens, which costs £9 - £23 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Cardiff University?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Cardiff University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Cardiff University?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

Can I share a ride from Swansea to Cardiff University?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Swansea and Cardiff University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Swansea to Cardiff University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Swansea to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 18m
£18–40
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Swansea to Cardiffrideshare 41.5 mi
1h 27m
£4–7
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
1h 32m
£9–22
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Cardiff Universitycar 42.6 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Cardiff Universitytaxi 42.6 mi
50 min
£100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
1h 39m
£5–9

Swansea to Cardiff University by train and foot

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Cardiff University, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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