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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ferndown is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ferndown is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Ferndown?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Ferndown. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Church Road via Sophia Gardens and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ferndown?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ferndown. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ferndown?

The distance between Swansea and Ferndown is 238 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Ferndown without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 21m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Swansea to Ferndown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ferndown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ferndown train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Ferndown?

The best way to get from Swansea to Ferndown is to train via Reading which takes 5h 21m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Swansea to Ferndown bus arrive?

Swansea to Ferndown bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Ferndown train arrive?

Swansea to Ferndown train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ferndown?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ferndown is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Swansea to Ferndown.

Where can I stay near Ferndown?

There are 2635+ hotels available in Ferndown.

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 21m
£99–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
7h 6m
£34–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 49m
£42–76
Drive 140.3 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Ferndowncar 140.3 mi
3h 14m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 18m
£56–110

Swansea to Ferndown by train and bus

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Distance: 236.7 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Church Road via Reading, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Church Road via Sophia Gardens and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 6m.

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