What is the cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 9h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Cardiff Central, Chester and Hooton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Swansea and Ellesmere Port is 206 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

How do I travel from Swansea to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ellesmere Port bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Swansea to Ellesmere Port is to train via Cardiff which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Swansea to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Swansea to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swansea to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Swansea to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ellesmere Port is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Swansea to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Swansea to Ellesmere Port?

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

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Swansea to Ellesmere Port - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Chester / ...
5h 27m
£79–149
Bus
cheapest
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
9h 53m
£19–32
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
8h 18m
£49–119
Drive 146.8 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Ellesmere Portcar 146.8 mi
3h 20m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
6h 35m
£65–108

Swansea to Ellesmere Port by train

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Distance: 204.8 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Ellesmere Port via Cardiff Central, Chester, and Hooton in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange in around 8h 18m.

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