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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Harlech is to bus and drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Harlech is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Harlech via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Swansea to Harlech?

The distance between Swansea and Harlech is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 8h 23m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Swansea to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Harlech train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Harlech is 120 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Swansea to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Harlech.

Swansea to Harlech - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Harlech by bus, car, or train

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Bus, drive
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1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
4. Drive from Park Avenue to Harlechcar
4h 46m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
8h 23m
£82–149
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Harlechcar 119.5 mi
3h 8m
£30–43

Swansea to Harlech by train

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8h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Harlech via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 8h 23m.

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