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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Dowlais is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Dowlais is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Dowlais?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Dowlais station. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Dowlais Police Station via Brecon Interchange 1 and Merthyr Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Dowlais?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Dowlais. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Swansea to Dowlais?

The distance between Swansea and Dowlais is 72 miles. The road distance is 32.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Dowlais without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Swansea to Dowlais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dowlais bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dowlais train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Dowlais?

The best way to get from Swansea to Dowlais is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Swansea to Dowlais bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Dowlais train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Dowlais?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Dowlais is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Swansea to Dowlais.

Where can I stay near Dowlais?

There are 756+ hotels available in Dowlais.

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Dowlais by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2h 53m
£25–51
Drive 32.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Dowlaiscar 32.3 mi
38 min
£9–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 1 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
3h 56m
£11–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Dowlaistaxi 32.3 mi
38 min
£140–170
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
3h 56m
£14–22

Swansea to Dowlais by train and bus

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Dowlais Police Station via Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, and Merthyr Bus Station 5 in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Dowlais Police Station via Brecon Interchange 1 and Merthyr Bus Station 5 in around 3h 56m.

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