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 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

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 52 min.

How far is it from Swansea to Cardiff University?

The distance between Swansea and Cardiff University is 46 miles. The road distance is 42.7 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 1m and costs £17 - £40.

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

The train from Swansea to Cardiff Central takes 52 min 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 National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Swansea to Cardiff University train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 1m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £20 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Swansea to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Cardiff University train arrive?

Swansea to Cardiff University train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 49 min to drive from Swansea to Cardiff University.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1739+ 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 - London Paddington / ...
1h 1m
£17–40
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
1h 40m
£4–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
1h 35m
£8–20
Drive 42.4 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Cardiff Universitycar 42.4 mi
49 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Cardiff Universitytaxi 42.4 mi
49 min
£180–230
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Swansea to Cardiffrideshare 41.5 mi
1h 27m
£4–7

Swansea to Cardiff University by train and foot

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Distance: 45.9 mi
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What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Cardiff University, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swansea to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 52 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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