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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Dawlish is to bus which costs £21 - £80 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Lanherne via Bristol Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Dawlish via Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Swansea to Dawlish?

The distance between Swansea and Dawlish is 173 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Swansea to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Swansea to Dawlish is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £80 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Swansea to Dawlish bus arrive?

Swansea to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Dawlish train arrive?

Swansea to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Dawlish is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Swansea to Dawlish.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 17m
£76–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
6h 52m
£21–78
Drive 153.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Dawlishcar 153.5 mi
2h 48m
£38–54
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 22m
£73–150

Swansea to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Dawlish via Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Lanherne via Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, and Bus Station in around 6h 52m.

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