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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Chelmsford is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Chelmsford?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Chelmsford station. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Chelmsford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Chelmsford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Swansea to Chelmsford?

The distance between Swansea and Chelmsford is 225 miles. The road distance is 223.8 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Chelmsford without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Chelmsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Swansea to Chelmsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chelmsford bus from?

Swansea to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chelmsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Chelmsford?

The best way to get from Swansea to Chelmsford is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Swansea to Chelmsford bus arrive?

Swansea to Chelmsford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Chelmsford train arrive?

Swansea to Chelmsford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Chelmsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Chelmsford is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Swansea to Chelmsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Chelmsford?

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Swansea to Chelmsford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Swansea to Chelmsford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
3h 51m
£98–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 6m
£38–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
6h 37m
£50–86
Drive 222.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Chelmsfordcar 222.5 mi
4h 9m
£55–80
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
8h 49m
£70–256
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Swansea to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
7h 52m
£81–205
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
7h 36m
£302–1,155

Swansea to Chelmsford by train

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Chelmsford via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 7h 6m.

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