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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Chirk is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Chirk is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Chirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Chirk. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Hand Hotel via Brecon Interchange 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Chirk?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Chirk. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Chirk via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Swansea to Chirk?

The distance between Swansea and Chirk is 173 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Chirk without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Swansea to Chirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chirk bus from?

Swansea to Chirk bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Chirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Chirk?

The best way to get from Swansea to Chirk is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Swansea to Chirk bus arrive?

Swansea to Chirk bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 station.

Where does the Swansea to Chirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Chirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Chirk is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Swansea to Chirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Chirk?

There are 638+ hotels available in Chirk.

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 38m
£67–129
Drive 120.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Chirkcar 120.5 mi
2h 47m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
7h 11m
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 14m
£57–97

Swansea to Chirk by train

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Chirk, Wales?

You can take a train from Swansea to Chirk via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Hand Hotel via Brecon Interchange 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, and Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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