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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Gatwick is to bus which costs £25 - £100 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Gatwick is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Gatwick?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B station and arriving at North Terminal Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Swansea to Gatwick?

The distance between Swansea and Gatwick is 207 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Swansea to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Gatwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Swansea to Gatwick is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £100 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Swansea to Gatwick bus arrive?

Swansea to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Gatwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Gatwick is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Swansea to Gatwick.

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

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

Book your Swansea to Gatwick bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Gatwick by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 19m
£93–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to North Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
5h 35m
£25–100
Drive 196.3 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Gatwickcar 196.3 mi
3h 30m
£48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
7h 11m
£98–220

Swansea to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Gatwick Airport via Reading in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to North Terminal Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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