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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Harwich is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Harwich is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Harwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Mayflower Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Head Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Harwich?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Swansea to Harwich?

The distance between Swansea and Harwich is 266 miles. The road distance is 267.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Harwich without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Swansea to Harwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Harwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swansea to Harwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Harwich?

The best way to get from Swansea to Harwich is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Swansea to Harwich bus arrive?

Swansea to Harwich bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Harwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Harwich is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Swansea to Harwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Harwich?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 22m
£123–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 41m
£50–114
Drive 265.5 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Harwichcar 265.5 mi
4h 55m
£65–94
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Chelmsfordtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Head Streetbus 371 / ...
9h 42m
£54–102

Swansea to Harwich by train

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Distance: 264.5 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Mayflower Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Head Street in around 9h 41m.

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