What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to East Sussex?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to East Sussex is to bus via Swansea City Bus Station which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to East Sussex?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to East Sussex is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Polegate via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Swansea to East Sussex?

The distance between Swansea and East Sussex is 264 miles. The road distance is 233.3 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to East Sussex without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to East Sussex?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Swansea to East Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to East Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to East Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Swansea to East Sussex is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Swansea to East Sussex bus arrive?

Swansea to East Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to East Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to East Sussex is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Swansea to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1419+ hotels available in East Sussex.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
5h 46m
£122–238
Bus via Swansea City Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
9h 12m
£32–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
8h 37m
£49–106
Drive 231.9 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to East Sussexcar 231.9 mi
4h 19m
£56–81
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
6h 27m
£113–211

Swansea to East Sussex by train, subway, and bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.6 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and East Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to The Truggery via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to The Brewers Arms via South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 8h 37m.

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